Job Description
Shape tomorrow's decisions today as a 2026 Futures Analyst at Horizon Insights Group. We're seeking visionary strategists to decode emerging trends and translate them into actionable roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. Join our cross-disciplinary team at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to solve complex challenges in an era of unprecedented change.
This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge research methodologies, executive stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to influence global policy frameworks. Our collaborative environment fosters innovation through weekly hackathons and quarterly offsite innovation retreats.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic patterns, technological disruptions, and sociocultural shifts to forecast 2026 industry landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients in AI, biotech, and climate sectors
- Produce executive briefings translating complex data into strategic recommendations
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives and government agencies
- Build predictive models using proprietary Horizon Analytics Platform
- Author quarterly trend reports distributed to 200+ global decision-makers
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or policy research
- Proficiency in Python/R for predictive modeling and data visualization
- Demonstrated experience with horizon scanning methodologies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry forums
- Exceptional communication skills for translating technical concepts for diverse audiences