Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation business ecosystem. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our organization as an industry trailblazer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future insights into actionable roadmaps, driving innovation across our global operations. Our culture champions bold thinking and rapid experimentation, offering unparalleled opportunities to shape the future of technology and society.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socio-economic shifts through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future intelligence into corporate strategy
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and executive presentations on emerging opportunities
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor a team of futurists and researchers in advanced forecasting methodologies
- Represent company at global forums on technology and societal transformation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years experience in strategic planning with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Proven track record of translating foresight into market-leading products
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts to executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in industry journals or major media outlets
- Experience with AI-driven forecasting tools and quantitative modeling
- Global network of innovation contacts and academic collaborators