Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This hybrid role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight, guiding our innovation pipeline through uncharted technological and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to transform speculative futures into actionable strategies that redefine industries.
What You'll Achieve: Lead horizon-scanning initiatives, develop scenario-based roadmaps, and architect innovation frameworks that position us as pioneers in the 2026 landscape. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and investment decisions.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech/societal trends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product innovation and market positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable roadmaps
- Author thought leadership reports and executive briefings on future disruption vectors
- Partner with R&D to validate future concepts through rapid prototyping
- Advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities in 2026 business ecosystems
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial outcomes
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (PESTEL, STEEP, horizon scanning)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFrA) preferred