Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Senior Futurist Strategist to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable business strategies that will define tomorrow's market leaders. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they become mainstream.
At Horizon, we empower our futurists with cutting-edge research tools, unparalleled industry access, and a culture that celebrates bold predictions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop forward-looking roadmaps that balance innovation with practical implementation.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze global technological, social, and economic trends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for clients in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-readiness initiatives
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership pieces published in industry journals
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Translate complex future projections into actionable business roadmaps
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or technology innovation roles
- Proven track record of accurate trend predictions published in reputable journals
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences and public speaking
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major future-impact projects delivered