Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we redefine industries for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative pathways for our global technology portfolio. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company as an industry pioneer in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global tech trends, market shifts, and socio-economic indicators to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion through 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into organizational DNA
- Produce actionable foresight reports for executive stakeholders and venture capital partners
- Establish KPI frameworks to measure innovation pipeline maturity and strategic alignment
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions for emerging markets
- Represent company at global tech forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation roles at Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful trend analysis and strategic implementation
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex insights into executive narratives
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning frameworks
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Innovation Management preferred
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and regulatory landscapes