Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation solutions, and shape our innovation roadmap for the coming decade. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level influence to prepare industries for seismic shifts in technology, sustainability, and human experience.
As the nexus between R&D, market strategy, and C-suite leadership, you'll navigate complex futurescapes while translating foresight into actionable blueprints. Your impact will span product development, investment decisions, and organizational evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to identify disruptive opportunities and risks through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for enterprise adaptation to technological singularity
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation priorities with future market demands
- Produce strategic white papers and executive briefings on emerging paradigm shifts
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype solutions for 2026 use cases
- Advise C-suite on future-proofing organizational capabilities and talent strategies
- Represent company at global futurist forums and industry foresight summits
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology strategy
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial products or policies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership in futurist or innovation publications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred