Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape as our 2026 Strategic Futurist. At Horizon Insights, we're pioneering the next frontier of innovation, and we need a visionary to guide our organization through the transformative years ahead. Join our elite team of futurists to decode emerging trends, architect long-term strategies, and position our brand as the industry leader for 2026 and beyond.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop scenarios that anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market evolutions. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational resilience planning.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future-focused priorities
- Produce trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Design innovation roadmaps that position company for 2026 market leadership
- Monitor horizon scanning signals and identify disruptive opportunities
- Advise on future-proofing strategies for talent, operations, and customer experience
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Experience advising Fortune 500 leadership on long-term strategy
- Proficiency in AI-driven analytics and predictive modeling tools
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex futures into actionable strategies