Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends deep tech foresight with human-centric innovation to position us at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead scenario-planning workshops, and deliver actionable insights that transform our product development, market strategy, and organizational evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 trend forecasts across AI, biotech, and digital ecosystems
- Design strategic scenarios for market disruption and competitive positioning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Present insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and industry pioneers
- Translate foresight into product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies
- Mentor junior strategists in emerging methodologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of publishing future-focused industry reports
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning techniques
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills
- Experience with agile foresight methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ years of trend prediction accuracy