Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect sustainable futures for Fortune 500 clients. This pivotal role blends predictive analytics, cultural anthropology, and disruptive innovation to position organizations ahead of accelerating change.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts in technology, society, and markets. Your strategic foresight will directly shape multi-year roadmaps while mentoring a cross-functional team of futurists and data scientists.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts by 2026
- Develop quantitative forecasting models using machine learning and trend analysis
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for clients across AI, climate tech, and biotechnology
- Produce executive briefings and strategic roadmaps for C-level stakeholders
- Coordinate with R&D teams to validate future-state hypotheses
- Present strategic insights at industry conferences and client workshops
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate futurism roles
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester) and predictive modeling
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal transformation
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., STEEP, Delphi)
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex futures into actionable strategies
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ strategic foresight projects