Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we shape the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead our next-generation initiatives. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution to position our company at the vanguard of technological and societal evolution. If you're passionate about turning tomorrow's possibilities into today's reality, we want you on our team.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) to inform 2026+ strategic planning
- Develop and present future scenarios for board executives and cross-functional teams
- Lead innovation sprints to prototype solutions for emerging market disruptions
- Collaborate with R&D to integrate foresight into product development lifecycles
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Produce quarterly horizon scanning reports with actionable strategic recommendations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Proven track record of influencing C-suite decisions with future-oriented insights
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and research methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into compelling narratives