Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Innovations Group to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight, requiring you to identify paradigm shifts before they disrupt markets. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable frameworks for navigating tomorrow's technological, societal, and economic landscapes. Our culture champions intellectual curiosity and bold innovation—where your ideas directly influence multi-billion-dollar decisions.
We offer unparalleled autonomy, cutting-edge resources, and a compensation package designed to attract industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your opportunity to define the next frontier.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to map 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product roadmaps
- Author white papers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for 2026 market needs
- Establish KPIs to track foresight accuracy and strategic impact
- Mentor junior futurists to build our next-gen innovation pipeline
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven track record of predicting industry shifts with documented case studies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in reputable journals or platforms
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ strategic impact for Fortune 500 clients