Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we pioneer the next technological frontier! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the future of innovation. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who can decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable blueprints for our next generation of breakthrough products. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term roadmaps that position our company at the vanguard of technological evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to shape tomorrow, today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, biotech convergence, AI ethics) to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for R&D initiatives and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state vision
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and thought leadership content for industry influence
- Partner with venture capital teams to scout and evaluate next-gen startups
- Design innovation frameworks for sustainable competitive advantage
- Present strategic insights to executive board and investor forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, AGI, neurotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)