Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends deep technical acumen with visionary foresight to shape products, services, and market strategies that will define the next decade.
As a thought leader in our innovation lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate technological disruptions and societal shifts. Your insights will directly influence our $500M innovation portfolio and position us as industry pioneers.
What you'll experience:
- Unparalleled access to cutting-edge research labs and industry conferences
- Direct impact on multi-billion dollar strategic decisions
- Opportunity to speak at global forums on future trends
- Competitive equity package in a rapidly scaling tech leader
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal trends to develop 5-10 year strategic foresight frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable product roadmaps
- Author high-impact trend reports and scenario planning documents for executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to accelerate innovation pipelines
- Monitor global regulatory landscapes and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Mentor junior strategists and champion future-focused thinking across organizational units
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futures research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products or services
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep knowledge of at least two emerging technology domains (e.g., generative AI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in reputable industry journals or platforms