Job Description
Join our pioneering team as a 2026 Strategic Futurist at Horizon Innovations Group, where tomorrow's innovations become today's reality. We're seeking visionary thinkers to architect our organization's long-term roadmap beyond 2026, leveraging emerging technologies, market trends, and societal shifts to redefine industry standards. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on innovation leadership, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to design the next decade of growth. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the opportunity to shape industries before they exist. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your defining career moment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to map 5-10 year strategic horizons
- Develop 'Future Scenarios' roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional 'Innovation Sprints' to prototype 2026+ solutions
- Partner with VC firms and research institutes to identify disruptive opportunities
- Present strategic futures to board members and key stakeholders
- Establish 'Horizon Scanning' processes for early trend detection
- Mentor junior futurists and build future-thinking capabilities across departments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation, or futurism roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Proven track record of executing long-term vision (5+ year horizons)
- Expertise in emerging tech: AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations