Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for global enterprises. Shape how organizations navigate the convergence of AI, sustainability, and human-centric innovation while leading high-impact initiatives that define the next decade.
As a thought leader in our Future Intelligence division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to preempt market shifts and future-proof business models. This role demands strategic foresight, data-driven intuition, and the ability to translate complex futures into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, society, and enterprise evolution, this is your opportunity to sculpt the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ market landscapes
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and enterprise impact
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients across sectors
- Produce trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating ESG and human-centered design principles
- Present futures insights at global industry forums and client summits
- Mentor junior strategists in futures methodology and trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futures research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario development methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, climate tech, and human-computer interaction trends
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures to stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in futures or strategy publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/SCF) preferred
- Experience with futures tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)