Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's economy. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation business ecosystem. This role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position our company at the vantage point of technological and societal transformation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond, leveraging cutting-edge research and predictive modeling to navigate complex futures. If you're passionate about shaping what comes next and thrive in ambiguity, this is your defining career moment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate resilience) to identify strategic opportunities for 2026 market dominance
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 3-5 year horizons using proprietary foresight methodologies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into R&D priorities and product roadmaps
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to capture bleeding-edge research
- Author quarterly 'Future State Briefs' for executive decision-making and investor communications
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory developments impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Design organizational adaptation strategies for workforce evolution in post-human automation era
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing actionable 5-year strategic frameworks
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and trend impact analysis
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into compelling narratives
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS or WFS) required
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ future-focused initiatives delivered to market