Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of shaping tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with executive leadership to guide our organization through the next wave of technological and societal evolution.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, spearhead trend analysis, and develop strategic roadmaps that position our company as an industry pioneer. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and investment decisions in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global megatrends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts impacting 2026+ horizons
- Develop evidence-based innovation roadmaps and strategic foresight frameworks for executive leadership
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Establish and maintain a network of industry experts, academics, and thought leaders
- Present compelling future scenarios to stakeholders through data-driven visualizations and narratives
- Identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential and assess commercial viability
- Champion a culture of continuous innovation and future-readiness across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused technology roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful innovation strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Strong data analysis capabilities with proficiency in research tools and visualization platforms
- Demonstrated experience influencing C-level decision-making through strategic insights
- Passion for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.) and their societal impacts