Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape 2026's technological and societal paradigm shifts. This pivotal role demands an analytical mind with the creative foresight to transform complex data into actionable innovation roadmaps.
As a key architect of our future-forward initiatives, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and strategic frameworks. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational transformation in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop predictive models using AI-driven analytics and scenario planning methodologies
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies for executive leadership
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align teams on future-ready innovation initiatives
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging trends and their strategic implications
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market demands
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in AI forecasting, blockchain applications, and biotech convergence
- Proven track record of developing scenario planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., ACIF) or equivalent