Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional paradigms, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution.
As a catalyst for transformation, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to translate foresight into actionable strategy. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment priorities, and organizational agility for the 2026 horizon and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype solutions for emerging market opportunities
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and executive briefings translating complex data into strategic imperatives
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and global innovation ecosystems
- Design and implement organizational foresight training programs to embed future-readiness culture
- Represent company vision at premier global forums (World Economic Forum, TED, etc.)
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles at Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into market-disrupting products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and geopolitical trend analysis
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex future scenarios to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in futurism/innovation (books, journals, keynotes)