Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our innovation roadmap and position us as market pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your opportunity to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026 technology and market shifts
- Develop strategic frameworks for emerging domains (AI ethics, quantum computing, bio-integration)
- Produce actionable foresight reports for executive leadership and product teams
- Collaborate with R&D to align innovation pipelines with future market opportunities
- Identify disruptive threats and competitive advantages in 2026 landscapes
- Design scenario-planning models for multi-year strategic pivots
- Represent company at global futurism forums and thought leadership events
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-tech planning
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and adoption curves
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Deep understanding of geopolitical/societal impacts on tech evolution
- Certification in futures methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ multi-year strategic foresight projects