Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This senior role blends data science, foresight methodology, and executive strategy to position our organization as an industry pioneer. You'll collaborate with C-suite leaders to translate future scenarios into actionable innovation pipelines, ensuring we dominate the next wave of technological and societal evolution.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, publish thought leadership on future-proofing enterprises, and mentor a high-impact team of analysts. This is your chance to shape how industries navigate the 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year foresight frameworks for 2026+ market scenarios
- Lead scenario planning workshops with executive stakeholders across global markets
- Author predictive reports on AI, biotech, and sustainability disruptions
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with future competitive landscapes
- Present strategic futures to investors and board members
- Manage a team of 5+ futurist analysts and researchers
- Establish KPIs for measuring future-readiness and innovation ROI
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of publishing trend-forecasting whitepapers
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFCS preferred)
- Experience building innovation pipelines in Fortune 500 environments