Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Innovations Group as we redefine the future. We're seeking a pioneering Futurist & Innovation Strategist to anticipate emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis with strategic execution, requiring a blend of creative vision and practical implementation expertise.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities across AI, biotechnology, and sustainable tech. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts affecting 2026+
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating emerging innovations with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to foster organizational foresight capabilities
- Present future scenarios to stakeholders with actionable recommendations
- Partner with product teams to incubate next-generation solutions
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-technical signals impacting industry evolution
- Author thought leadership publications on future-facing strategies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Deep expertise in emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neurotech, etc.)
- Proven experience translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in futures studies, strategic management, or related field
- Proficiency in scenario planning and trend-mapping methodologies
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovations
- Global perspective with cultural fluency across diverse markets