Job Description
Join Horizon Insights at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. As a 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll decode emerging trends, design visionary roadmaps, and steer organizational innovation for the next technological paradigm. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our clients as industry pioneers in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts post-2025
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business adaptation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future-ready initiatives
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on next-decade innovation patterns
- Advise C-suite executives on risk mitigation and opportunity capture in emerging markets
- Build quantitative models forecasting technology adoption curves and market inflection points
- Cultivate partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to shape innovation ecosystems
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or technology innovation leadership
- Proven track record of developing future-oriented business strategies with measurable ROI
- Expertise in AI, biotech, quantum computing, or climate tech domains
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis, backcasting)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures into actionable insights
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation