Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation frameworks, and guide organizations through the pivotal transition to 2026 and beyond. This role demands a rare blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to shape industries where innovation meets human potential.
As part of our elite Future Labs team, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-disciplinary initiatives, and develop actionable roadmaps that position leaders for exponential growth. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year strategic frameworks for 2026+ market landscapes and technological disruptions
- Lead scenario planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients on AI, quantum computing, and bio-convergence
- Develop predictive models using alternative data sources (satellite imagery, blockchain analytics, etc.)
- Produce forward-looking whitepapers and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Build and manage a network of futurist researchers across emerging tech hubs
- Translate complex future scenarios into executable business strategies for enterprise clients
- Advose on ethical implications of exponential technologies in 2026 societal contexts
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 7+ years strategic consulting
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, AI, synthetic biology) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with visualization portfolio (Tableau, D3.js, etc.)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals (e.g., Futures, HBR)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFMP from APF) preferred
- Fluency in futures methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Cross-Impact Matrices)
- Experience advising on regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies in 2026 contexts