Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical innovation strategy, positioning our company at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human progress.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable frameworks for the 2026 horizon, translating complex signals into competitive advantages. Our dynamic environment rewards bold thinkers who thrive in ambiguity and can navigate the convergence of AI, biotech, and climate solutions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and disruptors to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for technological adoption and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product roadmaps
- Produce strategic whitepapers and executive briefings on emerging paradigms
- Build external partnerships with research institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor teams in futures literacy and strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with tech/sustainability focus
- Proven expertise in futures research, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful horizon-scanning initiatives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)