Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow. We seek a visionary Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform speculative futures into actionable business advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, disrupt conventional thinking, and position our organization as the industry's pioneer in the next technological revolution.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll leverage advanced scenario modeling, AI-driven trend analysis, and cross-industry partnerships to map the future landscape. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to shape how humanity interacts with technology, sustainability, and society in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight framework using quantitative/qualitative methodologies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and threats
- Produce high-impact trend briefings for executive decision-making
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Architect the company's R&D pipeline for 2026-era technologies
- Present future scenarios to investors and board members with compelling storytelling
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight culture
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years of experience in corporate innovation or strategic consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from strategic foresight initiatives