Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next paradigm shift. This high-impact role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, shaping how businesses and societies evolve toward 2026 and beyond. You'll work with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer solutions that redefine industries.
What You'll Achieve:
- Develop multi-year strategic frameworks aligned with 2026 technological and societal projections
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying emerging opportunities and disruptors
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-ready solutions
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and industry forums
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 strategic roadmaps through quantitative trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive leadership and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Develop KPIs to measure strategic alignment with 2026 objectives
- Present thought leadership at industry conferences and publish white papers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence trends
- Proven track record of implementing future-forward initiatives
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Deep understanding of geopolitical and socioeconomic drivers of change
- Certification in Futures Research or Strategic Foresight preferred