Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Insights Group seeks a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect future-ready strategies. Join our elite team at the intersection of technology and human potential to transform foresight into actionable innovation.
As a pivotal member of our foresight division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop predictive frameworks that guide multi-year strategic planning. This role demands exceptional analytical rigor combined with creative intuition to identify paradigm shifts before they disrupt markets.
Responsibilities
- Develop horizon-scanning methodologies to identify emerging trends across technology, sociology, and economics
- Construct scenario-planning models for 2026+ market landscapes
- Produce executive-level foresight reports with strategic implications
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into tactical roadmaps
- Establish quantitative forecasting algorithms for disruptive innovation
- Advise product development teams on future-proofing technologies
- Represent company at global foresight forums and innovation summits
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proficiency in horizon scanning tools and scenario modeling software
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Experience with AI/ML applications for predictive analytics
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex concepts into executive communications
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ multi-year strategic foresight projects