Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the future! We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role demands an architect of change, blending foresight with execution to position our organization at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to decode technological shifts, market disruptions, and societal transformations, translating them into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of innovation and pragmatism, this is your chance to define tomorrow's landscape.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate global technological and societal trends impacting 2026-2035 horizons
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for emerging industries (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Partner with R&D to align long-term innovation pipelines with market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product roadmaps
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports for executive decision-making
- Monitor geopolitical/regulatory shifts affecting long-term strategy
- Build ecosystem partnerships with academic and industry innovators
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or MBA
- Published thought leadership on future trends preferred