Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's business landscape today. We seek a forward-thinking leader who will decode emerging trends, drive innovation pipelines, and shape our company's trajectory through 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and translate foresight into actionable roadmaps.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities. You'll develop scenario-planning frameworks, produce trend intelligence reports, and lead cross-functional initiatives that position Horizon as an industry pioneer. If you're passionate about redefining what's possible and thrive in ambiguity, this is your moment to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain multi-year trend forecasting models for technology, consumer behavior, and market dynamics
- Produce executive-ready foresight reports and scenario-planning frameworks for 2026+ horizons
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Design and deliver thought leadership content at global industry forums
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futures research with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in emerging tech: AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate tech
- Strong statistical modeling and scenario-planning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry journals