Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies that will define the 2026 landscape. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our organization as a global innovation leader.
As part of our elite Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to anticipate paradigm shifts in technology, markets, and human behavior. Your work will directly influence product roadmaps, investment priorities, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify and prioritize disruptive trends through 2026
- Develop evidence-based future scenarios and strategic roadmaps for executive decision-making
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into innovation processes
- Author compelling trend reports and presentations for stakeholders across 5+ industries
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
- Translate complex foresight into actionable business strategies with measurable impact
- Advise leadership on emerging technologies' implications for market positioning and risk mitigation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-ready strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic innovation frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning, systems modeling)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major strategic initiatives shaped by futures thinking