Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and pioneer solutions for emerging global challenges. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, requiring you to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts through 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop blueprints that shape our product ecosystem, market positioning, and sustainable growth initiatives. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps by analyzing technological disruption vectors and societal megatrends
- Lead scenario planning workshops for global markets, quantifying impacts on business models
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate next-gen solutions (AI, quantum, bio-integration)
- Establish KPI frameworks for innovation maturity and future-readiness across departments
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Manage horizon scanning ecosystem via AI-driven trend intelligence platforms
- Drive cross-functional innovation sprints focused on 2026 capability gaps
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record developing multi-year roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, Web3, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field
- Certification in scenario planning (e.g., WFS, APF) or innovation methodologies
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological or societal trends
- Experience with innovation frameworks (e.g., Double Diamond, Horizon Scanning)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities