Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight methodologies with actionable business strategy to position our clients as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors to decode emerging trends and translate them into competitive advantages. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the future while working alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley innovators.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize complex data into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Produce executive-level reports on disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions in AI ethics, quantum computing, and biotech
- Establish KPIs to measure strategic initiatives' impact on market positioning and revenue growth
- Present findings to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narrative storytelling
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with proven 2026+ planning experience
- Mastery of foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis, backcasting)
- Published research on exponential technologies or societal megatrends
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and scenario modeling software
- Exceptional communication skills with C-suite presentation experience
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ successful future-strategy implementations