Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for our post-2025 ecosystem. This role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business intelligence, requiring you to anticipate technological, societal, and market shifts with precision. Collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps that position our organization at the forefront of innovation. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, and possess an insatiable curiosity for what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify and analyze emerging trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop data-driven strategic frameworks for future-proofing business operations
- Present visionary insights to executive leadership through compelling visual storytelling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational priorities with future opportunities
- Author annual 'Future State' reports synthesizing complex socio-technical signals
- Partner with R&D teams to incubate disruptive innovation pipelines
- Monitor global disruptors in AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Foresight Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism role
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Proficiency with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, weak signal analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-state frameworks or trend forecasts