Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations Group. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to identify emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will redefine industries by 2026. Collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer breakthrough solutions and position our organization at the vanguard of tomorrow's economy.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll lead cross-functional teams to develop predictive models, scenario-planning frameworks, and innovation pipelines that transform abstract future possibilities into actionable business strategies. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping organizational resilience and competitive advantage in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives mapping technological and societal evolution through 2026
- Develop predictive frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision
- Facilitate executive workshops on emerging risks and opportunities
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic and research institutions
- Author thought leadership on future trends and their business implications
- Mentor cross-functional teams in futures-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused technology
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record developing long-term strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures into actionable insights
- Published thought leadership on future trends or innovation strategy
- Certification in Futures Research or Strategic Foresight preferred