Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Insights as we shape the future landscape of 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to drive breakthrough solutions at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and emerging trends. This pivotal role requires you to decode tomorrow's opportunities today, transforming abstract possibilities into actionable strategic frameworks that will redefine industries.
As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive technologies, and design scalable solutions for the next generation of challenges. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for C-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and predictive intelligence reports
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Quantify future market opportunities and competitive disruption risks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or future trends
- Experience with AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotechnology convergence
- Exceptional storytelling and visualization capabilities for complex futures