Job Description
Shape tomorrow today at Horizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. Join a pioneering team transforming how businesses prepare for exponential change. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, requiring both creative thinking and analytical rigor. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to identify emerging trends, mitigate disruption risks, and position our organization as an industry leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation. You'll leverage advanced scenario planning, AI-driven trend analysis, and cross-industry collaboration to develop forward-looking strategies that drive sustainable growth. This is more than a job—it's your chance to influence how the world operates in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Identify and analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends with potential business impact
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future insights into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on long-term vision and preparedness
- Produce executive-level trend reports and disruption risk assessments for board review
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to accelerate future intelligence
- Design resilience strategies for potential 2026 market shifts and paradigm disruptions
- Mentor junior analysts in advanced forecasting methodologies and critical thinking
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 5+ years experience
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and strategic foresight methodologies
- Strong proficiency in AI-driven analytics tools and predictive modeling platforms
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future strategy implementations with measurable impact
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Experience working in high-growth tech or innovation-driven environments
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred