Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen, ensuring our leadership stays ahead of disruption.
As the architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, anticipate market evolutions, and pioneer breakthrough initiatives. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify and analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives and market evolution
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Present future outlooks to stakeholders through compelling narratives and visual storytelling
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Drive organizational culture of innovation through thought leadership and future literacy programs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused technology roles
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, Business Strategy, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementations in tech or innovation-driven sectors
- Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategic recommendations
- Entrepreneurial mindset with experience scaling innovative initiatives