Job Description
Join Innovate Horizons Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist. This pioneering role demands an architect of change who will decode emerging trends, design future-ready frameworks, and steer our organization toward unprecedented innovation. Collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, societal shifts, and market evolutions, ensuring our competitive edge remains unshakable. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational resilience plans for the decade ahead.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and societal patterns
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models for 2026+ landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on future vision and innovation priorities
- Produce actionable reports on emerging risks and opportunities in AI, biotech, and sustainability
- Design organizational adaptation strategies for workforce evolution and digital transformation
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and business models
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to translate complex futures into actionable insights
- Experience leading cross-cultural teams and influencing executive decision-making
- Published thought leadership in futurism, innovation, or strategic foresight
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)