Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This role merges foresight analytics with strategic execution to position us as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to develop actionable frameworks that shape our next-generation products, services, and market positioning.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly impact global innovation. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, collaborative disruption, and boundary-pushing solutions. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to forecast 2026 industry landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate futuristic insights into product roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Present actionable strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Author thought leadership content and trend reports establishing our authority in future-focused domains
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated 2026 market needs
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive futurism strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Business Analytics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist role with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to complex futuristic concepts for diverse audiences
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities with data visualization proficiency
- Experience with AI ethics, biotechnology, or climate tech foresight domains
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation publications
- Ability to synthesize multidisciplinary inputs into cohesive strategic narratives