Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with executive counsel, shaping how organizations navigate the next technological and societal paradigm shifts.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, leveraging our proprietary AI-powered foresight platform to identify high-impact opportunities and mitigate existential risks. Your work will directly influence multi-billion-dollar investments and redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 foresight reports on disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable strategic roadmaps
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and economic volatility through 2026
- Author whitepapers and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining relationships with academic research institutions
- Integrate foresight with product development cycles for enterprise clients
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology research
- Proven track record of publishing trend analysis with measurable industry impact
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning platforms)
- Experience advising C-suite executives on long-term strategy
- Strong data visualization and narrative communication skills