Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap and drive innovation across emerging technologies. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technological fluency, and leadership excellence to position our company at the cutting edge of industry evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of future trends and actionable strategy, this is your opportunity to shape what's next.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap, aligning with long-term business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying and evaluating emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to anticipate disruptive market shifts
- Design strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present future-vision insights to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Oversee pilot programs for breakthrough technologies with 3-year commercialization paths
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, technology consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented initiatives with measurable ROI
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., AI ethics, decentralized systems)
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios
- Experience building and leading high-impact innovation teams
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred