Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect the future. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to lead strategic planning for our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight methodologies with actionable business strategy to position our company at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term visions, identify emerging trends, and translate foresight into competitive advantage.
Why Join Us? Be part of a team that's redefining industries through proactive innovation. Enjoy unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and the opportunity to shape tomorrow's landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technology and societal shifts
- Develop scenario-based strategic plans for emerging markets and disruptive technologies
- Present future-oriented insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Design and implement innovation frameworks for long-term organizational resilience
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align future visions with product roadmaps
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Publish thought leadership on future trends and strategic foresight
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record translating future insights into actionable business strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic planning
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred