Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop predictive models, and guide our innovation roadmap. This high-impact role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts that will define the next decade.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to translate foresight into actionable strategies. If you thrive at the nexus of AI ethics, climate resilience, and human augmentation, and possess the ability to visualize complex futures, we invite you to pioneer tomorrow's solutions today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technology trends (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and socio-economic disruptions
- Design human-centered innovation roadmaps aligned with UN SDGs 2030 targets
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing organizational resilience
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify next-gen disruptive startups
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend-mapping methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, clean energy)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Published work on future-of-work or human-machine collaboration
- Fluency in futures forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)