Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today at Horizon Innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. Join our elite team of pioneers redefining what's possible through cutting-edge foresight methodologies and disruptive innovation frameworks.
In this pivotal role, you'll transform speculative futures into actionable business strategies, working directly with C-suite executives to position us at the vanguard of technological and societal evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market disruption, this is your moment to leave an indelible mark on the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and emerging societal paradigms
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks to identify disruptive opportunities and threats
- Collaborate with R&D teams to translate future scenarios into innovation roadmaps and product pipelines
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narrative storytelling
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to maintain competitive foresight advantage
- Design and facilitate innovation workshops that challenge conventional thinking and spark breakthrough ideas
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field with 7+ years of strategic foresight experience
- Proven track record of developing and implementing innovation strategies that drive market disruption
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and technology forecasting methodologies
- Exceptional analytical capabilities with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their socioeconomic implications
- Strong executive presence with ability to influence strategic decision-making at board level
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation Strategy preferred (e.g., CFIS, CPSI)