Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, innovation, and strategic execution to navigate emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 5-year vision while driving tangible initiatives that redefine industry standards.
Why This Role Matters: As our first dedicated futurist, you'll pioneer methodologies for long-term scenario planning, ensuring our organization remains agile in an exponentially evolving landscape. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategies, and talent acquisition for the 2026 horizon and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight framework using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Produce high-impact strategic reports and visualizations for executive stakeholders
- Establish KPIs to track emerging technology adoption and future readiness metrics
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Architect innovation pipelines for 2026+ product roadmaps
- Advise on talent development strategies for future-skill workforce transformation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and long-range scenario development
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Experience leading executive-level strategic initiatives
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ years of strategic foresight implementation