Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Consultant to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business acumen to guide Fortune 500 clients through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. You'll lead high-stakes foresight projects, collaborate with C-suite executives, and shape the future of industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage AI-driven trend analysis, scenario planning, and human-centered design to solve complex challenges. This is your chance to influence how organizations prepare for the next wave of disruption while working alongside some of the brightest minds in innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year foresight initiatives mapping technological and societal trends through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients adopting AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Conduct scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive market shifts
- Author thought leadership reports published in top-tier industry publications
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and domain specialists
- Translate complex trend data into actionable business strategies
- Mentor junior consultants in advanced futures research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic consulting or innovation leadership at Fortune 500 firms
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Published author or keynote speaker on future technologies and societal impacts
- Deep understanding of AI, Web3, climate tech, and biotechnology trajectories
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful client transformation projects