Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap beyond 2026. This role demands an unparalleled blend of technological foresight, market intuition, and strategic execution to shape industries before they exist. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to decode emerging trends, build future-ready ecosystems, and lead high-stakes innovation initiatives that redefine competitive advantage.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into actionable insights, and possesses the courage to challenge conventional wisdom. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to design the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise transformation
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen business models and technologies
- Identify and quantify disruption vectors across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Deliver executive-level scenario planning and risk mitigation strategies
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Translate future trends into measurable R&D roadmaps and innovation KPIs
- Champion ethical innovation and sustainable future-proofing initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record of scaling futuristic concepts to market reality
- Expertise in systems thinking, trend analysis, and scenario modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for C-level stakeholder engagement
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or MBA with innovation focus
- Published thought leadership in emerging technology or strategy journals
- Experience with agile innovation methodologies and rapid prototyping