Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Partners at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation strategy, guiding organizations through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and leadership excellence to shape the future landscape.
As a key architect of our innovation roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research emerging paradigms like quantum computing and synthetic biology, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. This is your opportunity to define how industries evolve in the 2026 horizon.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps across technology, market, and societal domains
- Analyze emerging trends (AI ethics, biotech convergence, climate tech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product development strategies
- Build strategic partnerships with research institutions and thought leaders
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and boards of directors
- Author thought leadership on 2026 technology and societal paradigms
- Mentor innovation teams in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, consulting, or technology foresight
- Proven experience developing long-term (5+ year) strategic roadmaps
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech, AR/VR)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership on future trends (articles, reports, books)
- Certification in futures research (e.g., CFRA, WFS)
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies