Job Description
Join Horizon Insights at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This role blends data analysis, cultural foresight, and strategic planning to position our organization as an industry leader in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and human behavior changes, ensuring we remain agile and competitive in a world where the future arrives faster than ever.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global trends across technology, sociology, and economics to forecast developments impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for strategic decision-making
- Present trend insights to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Lead innovation workshops to identify disruptive opportunities
- Produce annual 'Future Horizon' reports with actionable recommendations
- Partner with R&D to validate emerging technologies
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting long-term strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis software
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation experience
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications