Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Insights Group to architect the future of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and transform foresight into actionable strategies. This is your chance to shape tomorrow's innovations today in a dynamic, impact-driven environment.
Why you'll love working with us: We foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, offer cutting-edge resources for trend analysis, and provide unparalleled opportunities to present findings to C-suite executives and industry leaders.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts affecting 2026
- Develop scenario models and strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating future uncertainties
- Conduct primary research through expert interviews, data mining, and global trend analysis
- Present compelling foresight insights to executive stakeholders through interactive workshops and visual reports
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and innovation frameworks
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging paradigms in technology and human behavior
- Mentor junior analysts on advanced foresight methodologies and critical thinking techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies for complex organizations
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to synthesize diverse data points into coherent narratives
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and societal implications
- Strong presentation skills with portfolio of high-impact foresight deliverables
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and communicate complex ideas to non-technical audiences