Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight research with actionable strategic execution to position our company as the industry leader in emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and global research teams to decode complex signals from biotechnology, AI ethics, climate resilience, and quantum computing landscapes. What you'll achieve: Design transformative 2026 market strategies, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish industry-defining trend reports that shape our corporate evolution. Why this role matters: Your insights will directly influence $500M+ in R&D investments and define our competitive edge in the post-2025 digital economy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026 strategic foresight framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future business models and technologies
- Present quarterly strategic briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Author and publish industry-recognized trend reports on emerging tech and societal shifts
- Collaborate with R&D to translate foresight insights into product roadmaps
- Manage a $2M innovation portfolio focused on 2026 market opportunities
- Mentor junior futurists and build a global foresight network
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in biotech, AI governance, or climate tech ecosystems
- Exceptional storytelling skills for executive-level communication
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred
- Experience managing innovation budgets >$1M