Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in an exponentially evolving world.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term scenarios, identifying disruptive opportunities, and transforming foresight into competitive advantage. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market dynamics, delivering insights that redefine industries and drive exponential growth.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for organizational adaptation to disruptive forces
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives to align on future-proof initiatives
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for product development
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future insights into innovation pipelines
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, keynotes, and industry forums
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to identify partnership opportunities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning, futurism, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred