Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer next-generation solutions. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, shaping how industries evolve in the coming decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional teams to develop future-proof frameworks while driving innovation across emerging tech ecosystems.
Why This Role Matters: As our society accelerates toward 2026, organizations need strategic architects who can navigate uncertainty and transform challenges into opportunities. This position offers unparalleled influence in defining the future landscape while working with industry disruptors and thought leaders.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks through trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead innovation workshops with executive stakeholders to align organizational vision with future market realities
- Architect future-proof roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and presentations for board-level decision-making
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies and adaptive innovation
- Drive organizational transformation initiatives aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership roles
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, neurotech, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year strategic transformation plans
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field preferred
- Certification in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., CFCS, CFP) highly valued
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex future scenarios to diverse audiences
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through organizational change initiatives
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-proofing projects in technology or business contexts