Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, shaping how organizations navigate the future. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and pioneer methodologies that turn foresight into competitive advantage. If you're passionate about demystifying the unknown and building the future, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and disruptive technologies to forecast industry shifts through 2030
- Develop strategic roadmaps for client innovation initiatives aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead scenario planning workshops for Fortune 500 executives on future-proofing business models
- Author thought leadership reports on emerging human-machine collaboration paradigms
- Design and implement AI-driven trend analysis frameworks for real-time strategic adaptation
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing new foresight methodologies within the organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 7+ years applied experience
- Proven track record of translating complex trend analysis into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic innovation frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate future visions to diverse stakeholders
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., WFS, APF) preferred
- Published work in futurist journals or industry whitepapers