Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role demands an insatiable curiosity about technological, social, and economic evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategies that position our organization as an industry pioneer through 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market signals relevant to 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for long-term business resilience
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with data-driven trend analysis
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future opportunities
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype innovation pipelines
- Monitor geopolitical and sustainability vectors impacting future markets
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Proven experience with trend analysis frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, STEEPLE)
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech commercialization
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Certification in Futures or Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Portfolio showcasing future-focused projects (required)