Job Description
Shape the future as a Futurist & Innovation Strategist at FutureHorizon Inc. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and translate foresight into actionable blueprints that drive our organization's next evolution.
You'll lead high-stakes scenario planning workshops, collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-readiness into corporate DNA, and pioneer innovation frameworks that turn disruptive forces into competitive advantages. Ideal candidates thrive at the nexus of curiosity and execution, blending deep analytical rigor with bold creative thinking.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate global technological, economic, and societal shifts through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Develop multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections and disruption vectors
- Architect future-proof business models using scenario planning and foresight methodologies
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype solutions for emerging opportunities
- Translate complex foresight data into compelling narratives for executive decision-making
- Champion a culture of exponential thinking across organizational silos
- Quantify innovation ROI using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption mapping
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., WFS, APF) or equivalent