Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into actionable business strategies. This pivotal role requires a blend of deep analytical prowess, creative foresight, and executive-level influence to navigate emerging technologies and societal shifts that will redefine industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and develop frameworks for anticipating disruptive trends. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution—shaping how organizations prepare for a rapidly transforming future.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 strategic innovation roadmaps using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional teams to translate foresight insights into market-ready products and services
- Develop quantitative models for emerging technology adoption and societal impact forecasting
- Present executive briefings on disruptive trends and opportunities in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems
- Establish innovation governance frameworks for ethical technology deployment
- Mentor internal teams in future-thinking methodologies and strategic foresight
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for 2026 market readiness
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing future-oriented roadmaps that drive business outcomes
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, Web3)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on disruptive trends (white papers, keynotes)
- Proficiency in foresight tools (horizon scanning, Delphi methods, causal layered analysis)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on strategic transformation