Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands an architect of possibilities—someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth. You'll decode emerging trends, synthesize complex data into actionable blueprints, and guide cross-functional teams toward transformative innovation. If you're passionate about shaping what's next and possess an insatiable curiosity for the future, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify and quantify disruptive trends through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for next-gen product ecosystems and market positioning
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align organizational vision with future opportunities
- Author foresight reports and scenario-planning models for long-term decision-making
- Drive innovation workshops with R&D, design, and engineering teams
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and track adoption of emerging technologies
- Represent company at global futurist forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record in trend analysis and scenario planning for 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through transformational change
- Portfolio of implemented future-focused initiatives