Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Futurist Strategist 2026 and architect the future of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, technological disruptions, and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape our innovation roadmap and guide executive decision-making. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning research to identify and analyze emerging technologies, market trends, and global megatrends impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive leadership and product development teams
- Collaborate with cross-functional units to embed future-oriented insights into product roadmaps and corporate strategy
- Author high-impact thought leadership reports and present findings to C-suite executives and industry stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry experts to forecast disruptive innovations
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and strategic planning techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Future Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurist consulting with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech firms
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic insights
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications
- Outstanding communication skills with experience engaging C-level audiences and thought leadership platforms
- Portfolio of published foresight work or strategic frameworks demonstrating impact