Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our organization's innovation trajectory. Collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and position us as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an uncanny ability to see around corners, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, economics, and social domains to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks and strategic roadmaps for organizational adaptation
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future concepts and accelerate innovation pipelines
- Deliver executive briefings and thought leadership presentations on emerging paradigms
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-facing initiatives
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and industry position papers
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate futurism with 2026+ planning experience
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Proven ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills with data-driven decision-making
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and storytelling aptitude
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementations