Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group as a Senior Futurist Analyst to decode the disruptive forces shaping 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary strategists to transform emerging trends into actionable business intelligence for Fortune 500 clients. In this high-impact role, you'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to forecast technological, societal, and market shifts that will redefine industries.
Our dynamic team combines data science expertise with human-centric foresight to deliver predictive insights that drive innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors, providing strategic guidance on navigating the complex landscape of tomorrow. This position offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future while working with world-class futurists and data scientists.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify and analyze emerging trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop predictive models using AI-driven tools and qualitative research methodologies
- Deliver executive-level presentations translating complex trend data into strategic imperatives
- Author thought leadership publications on disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for clients facing 2026 market disruptions
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate foresight into product roadmaps
- Manage cross-functional research projects with global stakeholder networks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related quantitative field
- 7+ years in trend analysis, market research, or strategic planning at Fortune 500 level
- Expertise in predictive analytics tools (Tableau, R, Python) and scenario modeling
- Proven track record of publishing trend forecasts with industry impact
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex insights to executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Thinking preferred