Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll shape our innovation roadmap by analyzing technological, societal, and market shifts that will define the next decade. Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed foresight into product development, corporate strategy, and investment decisions. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar initiatives across AI, sustainability, and human augmentation.
We offer a dynamic environment where curiosity meets impact. You'll lead cross-functional teams, present findings to global stakeholders, and publish thought leadership in premier industry publications. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative problem-solving in an organization that thrives on turning tomorrow's possibilities into today's realities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, emerging technologies, and socio-cultural shifts to forecast market opportunities through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation and business transformation based on future scenarios
- Partner with R&D teams to integrate foresight into technology development pipelines
- Present trend analysis and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board members
- Lead scenario planning workshops to prepare for disruptive market and technological shifts
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces on future-focused topics
- Maintain a comprehensive ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Business Analytics, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience to C-level executives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)