Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, strategic acumen, and cross-industry expertise to position our company as the undisputed leader in the post-2025 landscape.
As part of our elite Future Forward Division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm shifts, anticipate market disruptions, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. Your work will directly influence product development, market expansion, and investment decisions across our $2B portfolio.
We offer unparalleled resources, a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity, and the opportunity to shape how humanity navigates the technological inflection point of 2026. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to become the architect of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop and maintain Horizon's proprietary 'Future Horizon' strategic foresight framework
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation roadmaps with predicted paradigm shifts
- Deliver executive-level trend briefings and scenario-planning workshops for C-suite
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to translate foresight into product development and market entry strategies
- Build and nurture a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership content positioning Horizon as the 2026 innovation authority
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of successfully predicting market shifts (case studies required)
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum computing, biotech convergence, or climate tech
- Exceptional systems thinking ability to connect disparate technological and societal threads
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Outstanding executive communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts into actionable insights
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist work or implemented strategic foresight projects