Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Insights Group to shape the future of business strategy. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and position our clients at the forefront of technological disruption. This role combines cutting-edge research with executive-level consulting to transform foresight into actionable business strategy.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market dynamics, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts before they become mainstream. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to craft resilient strategies for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop quantitative forecasting models and qualitative scenario planning frameworks for C-suite decision-making
- Design and facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Produce high-impact thought leadership reports and trend briefs for industry leaders
- Partner with R&D teams to align innovation pipelines with 2026 market projections
- Advose on ethical AI adoption, quantum computing integration, and climate resilience strategies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Business Analytics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with proven 2026+ trend analysis
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and technological forecasting
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech (AI, quantum, biotech) or future-of-work trends
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and statistical modeling
- Experience advising C-suite on digital transformation and long-term strategic pivots
- Deep understanding of global megatrends affecting 2026 business ecosystems