Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future of technology and society. We're seeking a forward-thinking Senior Futurist to lead strategic initiatives for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in emerging trends, technological foresight, and cross-industry innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable roadmaps that position our company at the forefront of next-generation transformations. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's landscape today.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year scenario planning for 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for strategic integration
- Develop predictive models for market disruption and opportunity identification
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D and product teams
- Deliver executive briefings on future-focused market positioning
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proven track record of translating future insights into business strategy
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)