Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap and drive exponential innovation. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking strategist who can anticipate technological shifts, market disruptions, and societal trends to position our company as the industry's undisputed leader.
In this executive-level position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term strategic frameworks, identify emerging opportunities across AI, biotechnology, and quantum computing, and lead cross-functional teams in executing future-ready initiatives. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar decisions and shape our trajectory for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026+ strategic vision roadmaps aligned with market evolution
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) for disruptive potential
- Lead scenario planning and foresight workshops to anticipate global shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize future-focused innovation portfolios
- Present executive briefings on future trends and strategic implications
- Build and lead a specialized futurist research team
- Establish KPIs for measuring future-readiness and innovation maturity
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or executive innovation roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and market disruption analysis
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Experience leading high-impact cross-functional teams
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals