Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging trends into actionable business strategies. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to navigate the complex technological and societal shifts reshaping our world.
As a key member of our executive team, you'll collaborate with C-suite leaders, R&D innovators, and market analysts to develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and long-term growth initiatives across our global operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional scenario-planning initiatives to map 2026 market landscapes and disruptors
- Develop predictive analytics models identifying emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and consumer behavior patterns
- Design and execute horizon-scanning frameworks to capture early signals of transformative trends
- Translate foresight into strategic recommendations for product roadmaps and investment portfolios
- Present visionary insights to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Build and lead a dedicated futurist research team with global intelligence networks
- Author annual 'State of the Future' reports influencing corporate strategy
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning techniques
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience leading high-impact teams in fast-paced environments
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation