Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company as an industry pioneer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future possibilities into actionable strategies, driving innovation across our global operations.
Our dynamic team thrives on intellectual curiosity and embraces cutting-edge methodologies. We offer unparalleled opportunities to shape industries through research, scenario planning, and stakeholder engagement. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop evidence-based future scenarios and strategic roadmaps for executive decision-making
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align organizational vision with emerging opportunities
- Author high-impact thought leadership reports and presentations for key stakeholders
- Establish strategic partnerships with innovation labs, academic institutions, and futurist networks
- Monitor global megatrends and quantify their potential business impacts through data modeling
- Mentor junior team members in futures thinking methodologies and strategic foresight frameworks
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist role with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and quantitative forecasting models
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFS, APF) or equivalent professional development
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future strategy implementations with measurable outcomes
- Proficiency in futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, cross-impact analysis, causal layered analysis)