Job Description
Horizon Innovations seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. As a pioneer in shaping tomorrow's landscape, you'll drive strategic foresight initiatives across emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptors. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to position our organization at the forefront of 2026's transformative era.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to translate foresight into actionable strategies, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies like horizon scanning and scenario planning. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and sustainable innovation, delivering insights that redefine industry paradigms.
Join us in building the future today through data-driven predictions, trend synthesis, and strategic roadmapping that will guide Horizon Innovations through 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives identifying emerging technologies and societal trends through 2026
- Develop comprehensive future scenarios and strategic roadmaps for product innovation
- Analyze global disruptors (AI, quantum computing, climate tech) for competitive positioning
- Present strategic insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D and product teams to integrate future trends into development pipelines
- Build and maintain foresight frameworks using horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech: AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate solutions
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex concepts
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term strategic positioning
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred