Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. This pivotal role requires a visionary thinker to map emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and societal shifts that will redefine industries by 2026. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing predictive models, scenario-planning frameworks, and innovation roadmaps that position our clients as market leaders in the next decade. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and global economics.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual '2026 Horizon Reports' analyzing technological, economic, and social megatrends
- Design scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies
- Lead quantitative/qualitative research on emerging tech adoption patterns (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Build predictive models forecasting market disruptions and competitive threats
- Present strategic insights to executive boards and venture capital partners
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future foresight into innovation pipelines
- Maintain proprietary database of emerging technologies and thought leadership networks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or technology foresight roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership on disruptive technologies or megatrends
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep knowledge of AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech landscapes
- Proven experience advising C-level executives on strategic transformation
- Exceptional data visualization and presentation skills
- Global network of innovators and academic researchers