Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect the next frontier of innovation. We seek a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging trends, shape disruptive technologies, and position our organization at the vanguard of 2026's transformative landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate tomorrow's opportunities.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, translating complex signals into actionable blueprints for sustainable growth. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer methodologies that redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Forecast industry trends and technological shifts through horizon scanning and data modeling
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026+ innovation initiatives aligned with organizational vision
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare for disruptive market transformations
- Partner with R&D teams to accelerate prototyping of future-facing solutions
- Present insights to executive stakeholders and influence high-impact decision-making
- Curate thought leadership content to establish industry authority on future trends
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications or journals
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex concepts into compelling narratives
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through ambiguous innovation cycles
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)