Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to guide organizations through exponential change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, translating complex signals into actionable strategies that drive competitive advantage. Our dynamic, award-winning team offers unparalleled growth opportunities in a culture that values curiosity and innovation.
What You'll Achieve:
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives identifying disruptive forces affecting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients in tech, healthcare, and energy sectors
- Present strategic insights to executive audiences through compelling narratives and data visualizations
- Build proprietary forecasting models integrating AI, biotech, and climate science trends
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research across 15+ emerging technology domains
- Design and facilitate strategic foresight workshops for executive leadership teams
- Produce quarterly trend reports with actionable recommendations for 2026 planning
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating foresight into product roadmaps
- Develop patent-pending forecasting methodologies using proprietary data sets
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining thought leadership through industry speaking
- Manage client relationships with 80% retention rate across 15+ accounts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 7+ years experience in strategic consulting or corporate strategy roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic plans
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Published thought leadership in foresight or strategy publications
- Experience working with C-suite executives in Fortune 500 environments
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)