Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & 2026 Strategy Lead to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This senior role blends deep analytical rigor with bold imagination to prepare organizations for the seismic shifts of 2026 and beyond.
As a key architect of our futures practice, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors to identify disruptive opportunities and build resilience against unknown challenges. Your insights will directly shape multi-year investment strategies and innovation pipelines for clients navigating unprecedented technological and societal change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, climate adaptation, biotech convergence) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for enterprise resilience and growth
- Lead high-stakes client workshops translating futures insights into actionable roadmaps
- Author proprietary research reports on disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Build and mentor a cross-functional team of futurists and data strategists
- Drive innovation sprints with R&D partners to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Present strategic visions to executive boards and investor forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of developing multi-year enterprise strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal transformation
- Experience leading remote global teams in matrixed organizations