Job Description
Join Horizon Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026+ roadmap and pioneer next-generation solutions. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable strategies that redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape our trajectory as a market disruptor in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a multi-year strategic foresight framework targeting 2026+ market evolution
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts
- Architect scenario-planning models for disruptive business models and market disruptions
- Translate foresight insights into R&D priorities and product innovation roadmaps
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation ecosystems
- Author thought leadership positioning Horizon Ventures as a future-shaping authority
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology assessment frameworks
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovation strategies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)