Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Officer to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform disruptive possibilities into market-defining strategies.
As a key architect of our innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable technologies. Your insights will directly shape our product portfolio, investment decisions, and market expansion initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural trends to forecast industry trajectories through 2026
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive horizon-scanning framework for emerging innovations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategic initiatives
- Present trend reports and scenario analyses to executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Champion a culture of experimentation and calculated risk-taking across the organization
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial opportunities
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence trends
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience with scenario planning and trend-mapping methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovation strategies