Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Insights Group to shape the future of business strategy. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Analyst to decode emerging trends for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical business application to help clients navigate tomorrow's landscape today.
You'll leverage proprietary AI-driven trend analysis frameworks to identify disruptive technologies, societal shifts, and market opportunities. Collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop actionable future-ready strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze 2026 technology and market trends using AI-powered predictive modeling
- Develop strategic foresight reports for executive leadership teams
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive change management
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing business operations
- Present trend insights at industry conferences and client summits
- Maintain proprietary trend database with quarterly updates
- Collaborate with R&D teams on innovation pipeline development
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic consulting or trend analysis
- Expertise in AI/ML predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong stakeholder management for executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused strategy implementations