Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group to shape the future. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to anticipate emerging trends and drive transformative initiatives across tech, sustainability, and human-centric design. This role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to position our organization at the forefront of 2026's paradigm shifts.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop future-ready roadmaps, identify disruptive opportunities, and lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to build tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term organizational vision
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Design and pilot prototype solutions for future-proofing product ecosystems
- Author thought leadership reports on future trends for industry influence
- Manage cross-functional teams in executing innovation sprints
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, futures research, or technology consulting
- Proven track record in developing and implementing future-focused initiatives
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Strong background in AI, biotech, or sustainable technology domains
- Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation teams
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS) preferred