Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist to decode emerging trends, design tomorrow's solutions, and transform speculative concepts into actionable strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, where you'll shape products that define the next decade.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex signals into clear narratives, and inspires cross-functional teams to embrace exponential change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global thought leaders to build a future that's both aspirational and achievable.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze emerging technologies, socio-economic shifts, and cultural trends through 2030
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks to inform product roadmaps and business innovation
- Lead scenario planning workshops to prepare organizations for disruptive futures
- Translate foresight insights into actionable R&D priorities and investment opportunities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
- Present visionary narratives to executive teams and external stakeholders
- Drive adoption of futures-thinking across organizational decision-making processes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial solutions
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive-level presentation experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Sociology, Technology, or related field
- Published work in foresight journals or industry thought leadership platforms