Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to shape our company's trajectory in an era of unprecedented change.
You'll work alongside C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm shifts, develop future-ready roadmaps, and incubate disruptive innovations. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate tech) and translate insights into actionable strategic frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to co-create future scenarios and innovation roadmaps
- Develop predictive models for market disruption and competitive positioning
- Partner with product teams to integrate foresight into R&D pipelines and go-to-market strategies
- Author thought leadership publications and present at industry conferences
- Establish innovation KPIs and track horizon-scanning effectiveness
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing future-ready business strategies
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Business, Futures Studies, Technology, or Social Sciences
- Experience with AI/ML tools for predictive modeling and data synthesis
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Portfolio of published future scenarios or strategic frameworks