Job Description
Join HorizonShift Labs at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to lead our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge research into actionable business strategies. This role demands an exceptional blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive communication to position our organization as a global leader in emerging technologies.
As a key member of our C-suite advisory team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and investment divisions to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. You'll develop predictive models, scenario-planning frameworks, and market disruption analyses while representing our thought leadership at global forums. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives for 2026, identifying emerging technologies and market shifts
- Develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks for board-level decision-making
- Author thought leadership whitepapers and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Collaborate with R&D to translate future trends into product roadmaps
- Build and manage a network of futurist researchers and industry disruptors
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and investors
- Oversee competitive intelligence analysis for disruptive technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of developing and implementing long-term strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in predictive analytics, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Advanced degree in Strategic Management, Futures Studies, or related field
- Published author or recognized thought leader in futurism