Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Insights Group to architect the future. As a 2026 Futurist, you'll decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and shape strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating the next technological revolution. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive advisory services at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable development.
We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our 'Futurecasting Institute'—a dedicated unit developing proprietary foresight models for 2026+ scenarios. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, publish industry-defining whitepapers, and drive innovation workshops that transform uncertainty into competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, climate tech, neuro interfaces) to forecast 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop bespoke strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Produce executive reports with actionable 3-5 year strategic recommendations
- Build proprietary predictive models using alternative data sources
- Represent the firm at global innovation forums and thought leadership summits
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological convergence
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Flourish) and predictive analytics
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred