Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for our clients' sustainable future. This role merges predictive analytics with human-centered design to solve complex challenges before they emerge. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to translate foresight into actionable strategies that drive competitive advantage in the rapidly evolving 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociological data to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 business models
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients anticipating market shifts in AI, climate tech, and bioengineering
- Lead cross-functional workshops to co-create future-ready roadmaps with executive stakeholders
- Produce forward-looking reports and immersive visualizations translating complex futures into strategic priorities
- Establish KPIs for measuring organizational resilience against predicted 2026 industry disruptions
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and horizon scanning techniques
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation roles with demonstrated 2026 trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and predictive modeling methodologies
- Proven ability to translate abstract futures into executable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, Technology Policy, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI implications)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio showcasing futures projects with measurable client impact