Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of strategic foresight as we shape tomorrow's business landscape today. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap, driving innovation through data-driven trend analysis and scenario planning. This pivotal role requires an exceptional blend of strategic acumen, technological fluency, and creative problem-solving to navigate complex global disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to translate future insights into actionable strategies that position organizations for exponential growth.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, possesses deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech), and demonstrates proven success in translating foresight into competitive advantage. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence board-level decisions while mentoring next-generation futurists in our cutting-edge research lab.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks
- Analyze global megatrends (demographic shifts, climate impacts, geopolitical shifts) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Design and facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for client organizations
- Develop proprietary foresight methodologies using machine learning and big data analytics
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and technology incubators
- Mentor junior futurists and lead innovation sprints on future-proofing business models
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy roles
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Cross-Impact Analysis)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into revenue-generating initiatives
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., Association of Professional Futurists)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences across diverse industries
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic planning publications