Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the future of technology and society. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 initiative, identifying emerging trends, developing long-term roadmaps, and guiding innovation across our global operations. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive influence to shape our decade-long strategy.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to translate future scenarios into actionable plans. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, helping us navigate exponential change while maintaining ethical and sustainable growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Collaborate with R&D to align innovation pipelines with future market opportunities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Integrate ethical foresight principles into all strategic decision-making processes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology forecasting
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published author or recognized thought leader in futurism/societal trends
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies or global organizations
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 10+ year strategic implementations