Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving technological and societal shifts of the mid-2020s.
As a key architect of our future, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop foresight frameworks that anticipate and capitalize on paradigm shifts. We offer an unparalleled opportunity to shape industries while working in a culture that values bold thinking and intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in identifying and analyzing emerging technologies, socioeconomic patterns, and geopolitical shifts relevant to 2026+
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for organizational decision-making
- Produce high-impact research briefings on disruptive forces reshaping global markets
- Partner with product and innovation teams to translate future insights into actionable business strategies
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, conference keynotes, and industry publications
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal foresight capabilities across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies with proven impact on organizational strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, Economics, or related quantitative field
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex future concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio showcasing published research on disruptive technologies or societal transformation
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools for predictive analytics and trend visualization
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies or global institutions on strategic adaptation