Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape our next generation of products and services.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to anticipate societal shifts, technological disruptions, and market opportunities. We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly influence our innovation roadmap and competitive edge.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their business implications through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term innovation roadmap execution
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives and stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to translate foresight into actionable product prototypes
- Produce trend reports and competitive intelligence for executive decision-making
- Represent company at global innovation summits and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech trend analysis
- Proven track record translating future insights into commercial strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills for executive storytelling
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or futurism domains