Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as our 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the next frontier of technological and societal evolution. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, design forward-looking roadmaps, and position our organization at the cutting edge of innovation by 2026. This role blends strategic foresight with actionable execution, requiring deep analytical prowess and creative thinking to navigate complex global landscapes.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and translate future scenarios into competitive advantages. Our dynamic team thrives on ambitious goals and paradigm-shifting ideas—perfect for a trailblazer who turns tomorrow's possibilities into today's imperatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology, economic, and social trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for next-generation product ecosystems
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives and board members
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions with 5-year viability
- Establish KPI frameworks to track innovation adoption and disruption readiness
- Present strategic insights at industry conferences and investor summits
- Drive organizational culture shifts to embed future-thinking principles
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario-planning capabilities
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across global markets
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)