Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we architect the future of technology and society. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Strategy Director to lead our 2026 roadmap development, driving innovation across emerging technologies and societal trends. This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with practical execution, ensuring our organization remains at the forefront of transformative change.
What You'll Achieve:
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology and market trend forecasts
- Lead cross-functional initiatives for future-proof business strategies
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers and industry presentations
- Collaborate with C-suite executives on long-term innovation portfolios
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year scenario planning for 2026 technological convergence
- Conduct horizon scanning across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Design resilience frameworks for disruptive market shifts
- Manage strategic partnerships with academic research institutions
- Present future outlooks to executive stakeholders and investors
- Develop KPIs for measuring innovation adoption and impact
- Mentor junior futurists and strategy analysts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate futurism roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technology adoption lifecycle analysis
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or equivalent preferred