Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with creative innovation to shape our organization's future trajectory. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers in an era of exponential change.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution. You'll lead cross-functional teams in scenario planning, identify disruptive opportunities, and translate complex insights into executable roadmaps. This is your chance to influence how industries evolve in the next decade while working alongside Silicon Valley's brightest minds.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast market shifts through 2030
- Develop strategic frameworks for organizational adaptation to emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with future market needs
- Produce trend reports and white papers published in industry publications
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across departments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurology, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities for executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from WFS or APF)
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects with measurable business impact
- Experience working in high-growth tech or Fortune 500 environments