Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we shape the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role requires deep analytical prowess and creative foresight to identify emerging trends, disrupt markets, and position our company at the forefront of technological and societal evolution.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term strategies that leverage breakthrough technologies like quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's business landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging global trends across technology, economics, and social behavior to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for quantum computing adoption and AI governance
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate next-gen products and services
- Produce high-impact trend reports and whitepapers for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prioritize breakthrough technologies with 3-5 year commercial viability
- Represent Horizon at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
- Build a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers for continuous intelligence gathering
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum, AI, biotech, climate tech)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities for executive audiences
- Experience developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from World Future Society) or equivalent
- Portfolio published in leading innovation journals or industry publications