Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our roadmap for the next decade. This role blends technological foresight with business innovation, guiding our organization through the paradigm shifts of 2026 and beyond.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities, assess societal impacts, and develop proactive strategies that position us as industry pioneers. You'll leverage cutting-edge data analytics, scenario planning, and cross-disciplinary insights to navigate the complex landscape of 2026's technological and societal evolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify and analyze emerging trends across AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable energy
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026+ product development and market expansion
- Conduct scenario planning workshops for executive leadership on disruptive futures
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026's technological landscape
- Guide cross-functional teams in implementing future-proof solutions
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting 2026 business landscapes
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures to stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-oriented research or strategic work
- Experience working with executive leadership on long-term strategic planning