Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape the future of tomorrow. We seek a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and guide our organization through the technological and societal shifts of the coming decade.
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Your strategic foresight will directly influence product innovation, market positioning, and long-term resilience as we navigate the complexities of 2026 and beyond.
At Horizon Innovations, we pioneer solutions at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. If you're passionate about turning futuristic possibilities into actionable strategies, your expertise could redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology, economic, and societal trends to forecast opportunities and risks for 2026 horizon
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise innovation pipelines
- Lead cross-functional workshops to integrate future scenarios into product roadmaps
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Translate complex future projections into actionable executive recommendations
- Oversee scenario planning exercises for market disruptions and black swan events
- Drive adoption of emerging technologies through strategic partnerships and pilot programs
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation strategy, or technology consulting
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Portfolio of published future outlooks or strategic transformation projects
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)