Job Description
Join HorizonShift Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to help organizations navigate exponential change.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing future-ready frameworks, conduct horizon scanning across tech, societal shifts, and market dynamics, and deliver actionable insights to C-suite executives. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and implementation, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive trends through 2026
- Develop scenario planning frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Architect strategic roadmaps for exponential technology adoption
- Present future insights to executive stakeholders and industry forums
- Lead cross-functional teams in implementing future-proof strategies
- Publish thought leadership on emerging paradigm shifts
- Maintain trend database and predictive modeling systems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or futurist roles
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Proven track record of developing future-ready business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Published thought leadership in industry publications
- Ability to synthesize multidisciplinary data into actionable insights