Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow as Horizon Innovations Group seeks a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who can decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to position our organization at the cutting edge of innovation.
We're seeking a strategic architect who thrives at the intersection of technology and human potential. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop robust future scenarios, drive cross-functional innovation initiatives, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. This is your opportunity to shape industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts to build 2026 strategic scenarios
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, product, and design teams
- Develop future-proof roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Present strategic foresight findings to executive stakeholders and board members
- Champion human-centric design principles in future-state solutions
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive disruption vectors
- Establish KPIs for measuring future-readiness and innovation ROI
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial success
- Deep expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Experience with emerging technologies (blockchain, AI, AR/VR)
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-shaping initiatives