Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next decade of technological evolution. This role blends foresight, innovation, and strategic execution to position our company as the industry's undisputed leader in the rapidly approaching 2026 landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps that anticipate market shifts, consumer behaviors, and disruptive technologies before they mainstream. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and business reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their commercial implications post-2025
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks to prepare for 2026 market conditions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation priorities with future scenarios
- Produce high-impact trend reports and scenario-planning documents for executive stakeholders
- Identify and vet breakthrough startups and technologies for potential partnerships
- Design resilience strategies against disruptive forces in the 2026 business ecosystem
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused R&D
- Proven track record of forecasting market shifts with documented accuracy
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- MSc/PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field preferred
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity or 2025+ scenarios
- Proficiency in trend-mapping tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle, scenario software)