Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Insights Inc. as we shape the future landscape of 2026. We're seeking a forward-thinking Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation strategies, and position our organization at the forefront of innovation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform complex data into actionable roadmaps for sustainable growth.
As a key architect of tomorrow, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal transformations. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and emerging technologies to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future opportunities and risks
- Produce high-impact reports and visualizations translating complex data into executive insights
- Partner with R&D teams to incubate future-ready products and services
- Establish KPIs to track evolution of strategic initiatives toward 2026 milestones
- Represent the company at global foresight conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record in scenario planning and trend analysis for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in quantitative forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal shifts
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Thinking (e.g., from University of Houston)
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented strategic initiatives