Job Description
Join Horizon Ventures at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll anticipate emerging trends, design next-generation ecosystems, and lead cross-disciplinary teams to pioneer breakthrough innovations that redefine industries.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategic foresight, transforming abstract possibilities into tangible market advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to shape our innovation roadmap while mentoring the next generation of futurists.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps with 5-year horizons for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Design future-proof business models and ecosystem architectures
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive scenarios and risk mitigation strategies
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior futurists in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-shaping initiatives
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Fluency in English with additional language proficiency highly valued