Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape how organizations prepare for the technological and societal shifts of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, develop proactive strategies, and guide leadership through the complexities of the near-future landscape. This role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity.
As a key member of our Future Intelligence division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and innovation labs to build robust roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, biotech, climate resilience) and map their impact on industries by 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for executive decision-making
- Produce forward-looking whitepapers and trend briefings for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into corporate DNA
- Monitor horizon scanning platforms and validate predictions with real-time data
- Design innovation pipelines targeting 2026 market opportunities
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year future scenarios
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and trend extrapolation
- Strong proficiency with AI-powered foresight tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trend Hunter)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio of published future outlooks or strategic foresight projects