Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next decade. This role demands an insatiable curiosity about emerging technologies and societal shifts, blending analytical rigor with creative foresight. You'll lead cross-functional teams to transform futuristic concepts into actionable strategies, ensuring our organization thrives in an accelerating world.
Responsibilities
- Map global technology trends and socio-economic shifts to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026+
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning
- Lead executive workshops to align leadership on future-facing priorities
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype and validate emerging concepts
- Build quantitative models forecasting industry disruption and adoption curves
- Author thought leadership publications on future technology paradigms
- Partner with venture capital teams to scout transformative startups
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business strategy
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech domains
- MBA or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published author or speaker at global tech conferences (TED, Davos, etc.)
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools