Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands radical thinking and data-driven foresight to transform emerging technologies into tangible business advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market disruptions and position our organization as an industry trailblazer.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll leverage cutting-edge analytical frameworks and AI-powered trend forecasting to identify high-impact opportunities before they enter mainstream consciousness. This position offers unparalleled influence in shaping our corporate destiny and requires both strategic acumen and creative brilliance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight framework using scenario planning and horizon scanning techniques
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) and their commercial implications
- Produce quarterly trend briefings for executive leadership and board committees
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs for cutting-edge insights
- Design organizational resilience strategies against systemic disruptions
- Present visionary roadmaps to investors and key stakeholders
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in strategic planning, futures research, or innovation consulting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field required
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, AI, biotech)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Experience presenting to C-level executives and board members
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Research preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful strategic foresight implementations