Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll shape our innovation roadmap by analyzing technological disruptions, consumer behavior shifts, and geopolitical evolutions through 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with elite cross-functional teams to transform foresight into actionable strategies that redefine industries. We offer unmatched resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Research and synthesize global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socio-economic shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product development and market positioning
- Lead high-impact workshops with C-suite executives to translate foresight into executable plans
- Author thought leadership publications and predictive models for industry adoption
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions using emerging technologies
- Monitor competitive landscapes and regulatory evolutions across key sectors
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven track record of predicting and monetizing emerging market opportunities
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable energy ecosystems
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with ability to translate complex insights into compelling narratives
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related discipline
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or major industry publications
- Experience building strategic roadmaps for 5+ year horizons
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)