Job Description
Join Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect next-generation solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruptions, identify market opportunities, and drive strategic initiatives that position our company at the vanguard of innovation.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll leverage cutting-edge research, data analytics, and cross-industry insights to develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This is your chance to shape the future while working alongside world-class innovators in a dynamic, award-winning environment.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends with 3-5 year foresight
- Develop scenario-based strategic plans to capitalize on disruptive innovations
- Present future-shaping insights to executive stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership content on innovation trajectories and market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational strategy with future trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Proficiency in AI/ML tools, predictive analytics, and market intelligence platforms
- Experience presenting to executive audiences and influencing high-stakes decisions
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist research or strategic frameworks