Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to guide our organization through unprecedented technological and societal shifts.
As a key member of our Future Strategy division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovation hubs to develop actionable roadmaps that position Horizon as an industry pioneer. Your work will directly influence product development, market expansion, and organizational resilience in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify and quantify disruptive forces (AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate resilience)
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Facilitate cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Produce executive-ready trend reports and risk mitigation strategies
- Partner with venture capital arms to evaluate emerging startups and technologies
- Design and deploy organizational foresight training programs
- Represent Horizon at global forums on future trends and innovation
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their socioeconomic implications
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities for complex concepts
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Strong network within global innovation ecosystems and academic institutions
- Portfolio demonstrating published research or thought leadership on future trends