Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation business models, and drive our innovation roadmap. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 5-year horizon while translating complex future scenarios into actionable strategies.
Why This Role Matters: As industries accelerate toward 2026, you'll become the compass guiding our organization through disruption, opportunity, and transformation. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the chance to build the future of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) and forecast their impact on business ecosystems
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market conditions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future products and services
- Produce strategic roadmaps with quantifiable innovation milestones
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present future outlooks to executive leadership and investors
- Monitor horizon scanning platforms and academic research for breakthrough signals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategy, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business strategy
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization skills
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or publications