Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Labs to architect the future of 2026. We're seeking a pioneering Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-disciplinary initiatives that will redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy to prepare our organization for the seismic shifts of the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, bioengineering) and their implications for 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-readiness into product roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Build and maintain a network of industry disruptors and academic pioneers
- Translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies and investment priorities
- Author thought leadership publications and present to C-suite stakeholders
- Champion experimental projects targeting 2026 breakthrough opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or equivalent
- 7+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or R&D with future-focused methodologies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Portfolio of published futurist work or strategic frameworks
- Experience with agile innovation processes in tech-driven environments