Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect long-term roadmaps, and position our organization at the cutting edge of technological and societal evolution. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to shape our trajectory for the mid-2020s and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 5-10 year planning cycles
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate foresight into corporate strategy
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping future-state solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends
- Build quantitative models forecasting market evolutions
- Advise product development teams on future-proofing initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record publishing trend analysis in peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and trend mapping
- Mastery of quantitative forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi, causal layered analysis)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Science, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020+ trend predictions with 85%+ accuracy
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on long-term strategy