Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap and drive paradigm-shifting initiatives. This pivotal role demands a blend of deep technological foresight, strategic business acumen, and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable blueprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate market disruptions and position our organization as an industry leader for the 2026 landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech), sustainability imperatives, and human-centered design. You'll pioneer methodologies for long-term scenario planning, identify high-impact convergence opportunities, and develop agile frameworks to navigate exponential change. This is more than a job—it's your chance to shape the future of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic foresight roadmap, integrating emerging technologies with market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive trends and innovation opportunities
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global market shifts in sustainability and tech convergence
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing principles into development lifecycles
- Present strategic insights to stakeholders through compelling narratives and data visualizations
- Establish KPIs for tracking future-readiness metrics across organizational functions
- Author thought leadership publications on industry transformation and adaptive strategies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of developing and implementing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Strong analytical skills with experience in scenario planning and trend analysis
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Business, Technology, or related field
- Published thought leadership on future trends or industry transformation
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFM) preferred