Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centric innovation to shape how businesses and societies evolve by 2026. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing sustainable frameworks, ethical AI governance, and climate-resilient systems while driving our innovation pipeline forward.
Why You'll Thrive Here: Our dynamic startup culture offers unparalleled autonomy to pioneer solutions that redefine industries. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and global policymakers in a purpose-driven environment committed to measurable impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for 2026+ technology adoption and societal transformation
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives for climate adaptation and circular economy integration
- Architect ethical AI governance frameworks and quantum computing implementation strategies
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation initiatives with UN SDGs
- Curate and analyze emerging tech signals (biotech, neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
- Present foresight findings to Fortune 500 clients and governmental bodies
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with proven 2020+ impact
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (e.g., Nature Futures journal)
- Expertise in scenario modeling using tools like GIST or Kumu
- Deep understanding of geopolitical shifts affecting 2026 tech landscapes
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., AC/FS, APF)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ large-scale transformation initiatives