Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next decade and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and embed foresight into our DNA. Shape how industries evolve while leading cross-functional teams to build future-ready ecosystems.
Why Join Us? Our award-winning culture combines Silicon Valley innovation with global impact. Enjoy unlimited learning stipends, flexible hybrid work, and the chance to influence trillion-dollar markets. Be part of the team that's already prototyping solutions for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological, social, and economic shifts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for organizational resilience in volatile futures
- Design innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 market projections and sustainability goals
- Chair quarterly futures councils with C-suite executives and industry thought leaders
- Produce strategic white papers and foresight tools for client adoption
- Manage $2M+ R&D portfolio for future-proofing initiatives
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing new foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: AI ethics, quantum computing, bio-convergence
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier publications
- Fluency in foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP, backcasting)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation polish
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on 5+ future-forward initiatives