Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, market foresight, and cross-industry synthesis to position our organization as the undisputed leader in emerging technologies.
As a key member of our C-suite advisory team, you'll translate complex global trends into actionable strategic initiatives. You'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and executive leadership to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure, ensuring our innovations remain 5 steps ahead of market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to map 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technologies (quantum computing, AGI, neurotech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align executive vision on future-proof business models
- Author quarterly strategic foresight reports with actionable recommendations
- Build and maintain relationships with academic institutions, government agencies, and industry pioneers
- Mentor innovation teams in future-thinking methodologies and trend analysis
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or C-suite advisory roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption (white papers, books, keynotes)
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Experience with predictive modeling tools (e.g., Palantir, Tableau Forecasting)
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech verticals: AGI, quantum computing, synthetic biology
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executable business strategies