Job Description
Shape the future as our Futurist Strategist for 2026, driving transformative innovation at the intersection of technology, society, and business. Join Horizon Insights Group to architect tomorrow's solutions today, where your visionary insights will redefine industries and create lasting impact.
As a pivotal member of our forward-thinking team, you'll analyze emerging trends, develop strategic roadmaps for 2026, and collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate disruption. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate paradigm shifts before they happen.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for 5-year business adaptation and innovation pipelines
- Design scenario-planning models for geopolitical, technological, and socio-economic disruptions
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-proof solutions and validate market readiness
- Present strategic vision to executive stakeholders and board members through compelling narratives
- Author thought leadership publications on future-focused business transformation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and persuasive storytelling
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field preferred
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight