Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role combines deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to transform market signals into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, sustainability, and biotech sectors to position our company as the undisputed industry leader.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and possesses an unshakeable passion for what's next. If you're ready to architect the future and leave an indelible mark on how businesses evolve post-2025, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Identify and map disruptive trends across AI, quantum computing, and climate tech through proprietary research frameworks
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026-2030 market landscapes and competitive shifts
- Present strategic foresight insights to executive stakeholders through immersive storytelling and data visualization
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to integrate future-ready innovations into product roadmaps
- Establish thought leadership through white papers, keynote presentations, and industry panels
- Maintain a dynamic trend intelligence dashboard with real-time market signals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent with 7+ years in strategic planning
- Proven track record of translating complex trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional data synthesis and visualization skills (Tableau/Power BI proficiency)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy (portfolio required)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on long-term transformation