Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, transforming foresight into market leadership.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruptions, societal shifts, and market evolutions. Your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational resilience planning.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech/societal trends to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term business planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on future vision
- Produce high-impact foresight reports and executive briefings
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-focused solutions
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems for early signals
- Represent company at future-focused conferences and summits
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Deep expertise in AI, biotech, or climate tech trajectories
- Proven track record of translating trends into business strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization skills
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Portfolio of published trend analyses or strategic frameworks