Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of innovation. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position us as industry leaders in an evolving digital landscape.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify paradigm shifts, translate technological possibilities into actionable roadmaps, and shape our long-term vision. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to forecast 2026+ market opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare for disruptive industry transformations
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with future market needs
- Produce executive-level foresight reports with actionable recommendations
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers and industry speaking engagements
- Mentor junior strategists in futurist methodologies and trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends and their societal implications
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business strategy
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling skills
- Strong background in cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management
- Published work in futurist or innovation publications (portfolio required)
- Fluency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)