Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we architect tomorrow's reality. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to lead strategic foresight initiatives for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge trend analysis with actionable innovation roadmaps, ensuring our organization stays ahead of emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future scenarios into competitive advantages while fostering a culture of adaptive innovation. If you're passionate about shaping the future and thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop and publish annual futurist reports with strategic recommendations for executive leadership
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops with cross-functional teams
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-focused solutions aligned with long-term vision
- Represent company at global futurist forums and thought leadership platforms
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across organization
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and technological breakthroughs for early-warning signals
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into business strategy
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend mapping, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience with strategic planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)