Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and shape our decade-long strategic roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
As a key member of our executive strategy team, you'll translate complex global signals into actionable insights, influencing product development, market expansion, and innovation initiatives. You'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders to embed future-proofing into our DNA while maintaining our competitive edge in an rapidly transforming landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+
- Develop multi-scenario strategic frameworks for long-term business resilience
- Present future-proofing recommendations to C-suite executives and boards
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and marketing teams
- Build and maintain expert networks in emerging fields (AI, biotech, sustainable systems)
- Author annual 'Future State' reports influencing $500M+ investment decisions
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight methodologies and trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of translating future insights into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications