Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our technology portfolio for the next frontier. This role blends data-driven foresight with human-centric innovation to shape our decade-long trajectory.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and translate complex signals into actionable blueprints. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) and quantify their impact on our 2026 strategic horizon
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technologies with 5-10 year adoption curves
- Lead 'Future Labs' with engineers, designers, and anthropologists to prototype next-gen solutions
- Present strategic narratives to executive stakeholders and investment committees
- Build quantitative models to forecast market evolution and competitive positioning
- Author the annual '2026 Horizon Report' with validated predictions and strategic pivots
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or technology innovation roles
- Proven expertise in trend analysis with published foresight methodologies
- MBA or advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Shell Scenarios, Delphi method)
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex futures into executable business strategies
- Portfolio of 3+ strategic roadmaps implemented by Fortune 500 companies