Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the future for 2026. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and drive innovation across global markets. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to transform futuristic concepts into actionable strategies. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, harnesses data-driven insights, and possesses an unwavering passion for shaping tomorrow's world.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for multi-industry applications
- Design innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and market evolution
- Present future outlooks to executive stakeholders and external partners through compelling narratives
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations on emerging futures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing future-oriented strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, system thinking, and emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum)
- Exceptional data storytelling capabilities with visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Published thought leadership in futures/innnovation publications
- Ability to synthesize complex global trends into actionable business strategies