Job Description
Join Horizon Insights at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role bridges foresight research with actionable business planning, driving our position as industry pioneers.
As a Futurist Strategist, you'll analyze technological, social, and economic megatrends to shape our 5-year roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to convert foresight into competitive advantage, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term organizational resilience
- Produce foresight reports synthesizing complex data into actionable insights
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market needs
- Establish KPIs to track emerging trend adoption and strategy effectiveness
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and climate tech convergence trends
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Experience with foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating futures research deliverables