Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. as a Senior Futurist to architect the future landscape for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, drive innovation roadmaps, and transform foresight into actionable business strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market disruption, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they happen. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-ready thinking across our global operations, ensuring our organization thrives in the rapidly evolving digital economy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, biotech) to build 2026 strategic foresight frameworks
- Develop scenario-planning models for market disruptions and competitive landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into product roadmaps
- Author whitepapers and executive briefings on emerging technologies and societal shifts
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for 2026+ challenges
- Establish KPIs to track future-readiness metrics across business units
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into commercial strategies
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Published author or keynote speaker on technology/societal trends
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester) and data visualization
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on long-term strategic pivots