Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends, anticipate societal shifts, and transform foresight into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to position our company as the industry's torchbearer in the post-2025 landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market dynamics. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities, develop scenario-based models for 2026+, and influence product development with your predictive insights. This is your chance to shape the future of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives to map 2026+ market trends and technological disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for global business resilience and growth
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future-focused innovations into product roadmaps
- Present trend analyses and strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of industry futurists, academics, and tech pioneers
- Produce annual '2026 Horizon Report' with actionable strategic priorities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts with documented impact
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Sociology, Economics, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term strategic pivots