Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group, where we're architecting the future today. As a Futurist & Innovation Strategist, you'll drive transformative initiatives that redefine industries and shape the world of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to identify emerging trends, develop strategic roadmaps, and pioneer breakthrough solutions that position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level influence. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies. If you're passionate about turning tomorrow's possibilities into today's competitive advantage, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and global megatrends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term corporate vision
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and scaling breakthrough solutions
- Present strategic foresight insights to executive stakeholders and external partners
- Establish innovation frameworks and methodologies to institutionalize future-readiness
- Identify and nurture strategic partnerships with startups, research institutions, and industry disruptors
- Drive scenario planning to mitigate risks and capitalize on disruptive opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership roles
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and technology assessment frameworks
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience addressing C-level audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy (articles, books, reports)