Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to guide our organization through unprecedented technological and societal shifts.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust innovation frameworks, conduct horizon scanning, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable strategies. Our culture celebrates bold thinking and rewards those who dare to reimagine possibilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and emerging market opportunities
- Facilitate scenario planning workshops to develop adaptive strategies for volatile futures
- Translate foresight insights into actionable product development and market positioning plans
- Build stakeholder consensus around future-focused initiatives through compelling data visualization
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype solutions for 2026 challenges
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend impact assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and societal transformation
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex future scenarios
- Experience with innovation frameworks (e.g., Design Thinking, Strategic Foresight)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused innovation projects with measurable outcomes