Job Description
Join Horizon Insights at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways to 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with pragmatic execution, shaping how organizations navigate disruption. You'll collaborate with C-suite leaders to future-proof business models while driving tangible innovation initiatives. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategy, and possess an insatiable curiosity about what's next, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate, geopolitics) to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for client innovation portfolios with 3-5 year horizons
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Fortune 500 executives
- Author thought leadership on disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-critical solutions
- Quantify innovation ROI through predictive modeling frameworks
- Curate cross-industry futures councils with top academic institutions
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation roles
- Deep expertise in emerging tech (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futures journals
- Experience with horizon scanning and Delphi methodologies
- Proficiency in trend visualization tools (e.g., Palisade, TrendHunter)
- Track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- PhD or equivalent research experience preferred