Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's frontier. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our ecosystem for exponential growth. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate technological, societal, and market shifts shaping our near future.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and deliver actionable insights that drive our 2026 strategic agenda. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your opportunity to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify and prioritize breakthrough technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop and publish annual 'Future State' reports with quantifiable strategic implications
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with enterprise objectives
- Facilitate C-level workshops on exponential technology adoption scenarios
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring strategic foresight initiatives
- Partner with R&D to accelerate prototyping of future-critical solutions
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech analysis
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into executable strategies
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, AGI)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technology disruption patterns
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)