Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, craft long-term roadmaps, and position our clients as industry pioneers. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and sustainable energy sectors to transform futuristic concepts into actionable blueprints.
Why This Role Matters: As we approach 2026, the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and climate innovation demands strategic architects who can navigate ambiguity and accelerate adoption. You'll be the compass guiding organizations through tomorrow's opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into innovation roadmaps
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for C-level stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future-facing concepts
- Represent the company at global tech forums and future-focused conferences
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight methodologies and trend synthesis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and scenario development methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, quantum computing, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in foresight or innovation publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) or equivalent
- Portfolio demonstrating trend-impact case studies