Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative business strategies. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, ensuring our clients lead in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across industries to shape actionable roadmaps for the next decade.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll leverage predictive analytics, scenario planning, and deep domain expertise to identify opportunities others miss. This is a rare chance to define the future, not just react to it.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year strategic forecasts using AI-driven trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Design innovation frameworks for Fortune 500 clients across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into executable business strategies
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and maintain a proprietary ecosystem of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Quantify market opportunities and risks through quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Advise executive teams on emerging technologies including quantum computing, biotech, and AGI
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or technology innovation leadership
- Proven track record of developing long-term strategic frameworks for complex organizations
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, Business Strategy, or related field
- Published thought leadership in reputable journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning, backcasting)