Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends, develop long-term innovation roadmaps, and guide organizational transformation in preparation for the 2026 horizon. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to position our company as a global pioneer in next-generation solutions.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional futurist workshops, and translate complex technological shifts into actionable strategies. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts before they enter mainstream consciousness.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal trends impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop comprehensive innovation roadmaps with 5-7 year strategic vision
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Partner with R&D teams to prioritize breakthrough research investments
- Author forward-looking thought leadership and industry whitepapers
- Build external ecosystem partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Integrate foresight methodologies into corporate decision-making frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing multi-year corporate innovation roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies: AI, quantum computing, biotech, or space tech
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and stakeholders
- Portfolio of published futurist work or strategic foresight projects