Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and steer organizations toward sustainable futures. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to transform industries by 2026.
As a key member of our Future Labs division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global innovation ecosystems. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market positioning for Fortune 500 clients navigating the 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for organizations preparing for 2026 market realities
- Facilitate executive workshops on future-proofing business models and workforce evolution
- Produce actionable foresight reports synthesizing AI, biotech, climate resilience, and quantum computing trends
- Design innovation sprints to prototype solutions addressing 2026 challenges (e.g., autonomous systems, ethical AI governance)
- Advocate for sustainable futures through ESG integration in strategic planning
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field (PhD/MSc preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or R&D leadership with 2026+ horizon planning
- Expertise in scenario planning, technology roadmapping, and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech domains: AGI, synthetic biology, quantum computing, or climate tech
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., CFP, Foresight Practitioner) required
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures to diverse stakeholders