Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, transforming cutting-edge concepts into market-defining solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research emerging tech trends, and shape strategic initiatives that redefine industries. This role offers unparalleled influence in a culture that prizes intellectual curiosity and bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term strategic roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological horizons
- Analyze global innovation ecosystems to identify disruptive opportunities and competitive threats
- Design and implement scenario-planning frameworks for emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Present strategic insights to executive leadership and external stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Establish partnerships with research institutions and industry pioneers to accelerate innovation pipelines
- Monitor geopolitical, economic, and social shifts impacting future business landscapes
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and strategic foresight
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies with deep understanding of AI/ML implications
- Advanced degree in Business, Futures Studies, or relevant technical field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFIP) or equivalent
- Exceptional analytical and systems-thinking capabilities
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Portfolio of published foresight work or strategic initiatives