Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Insights Group as we pioneer the future landscape of 2026. We're seeking a Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation business models, and drive innovation that shapes tomorrow's industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive strategy to prepare our organization for seismic shifts in technology, society, and markets.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop robust foresight frameworks, translate complex data into actionable insights, and lead cross-functional initiatives that position us as industry pioneers. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your chance to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, socio-cultural shifts, and global megatrends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead innovation workshops to design next-generation products and services
- Partner with R&D teams to integrate future-proofing into product roadmaps
- Present trend insights and strategic recommendations to stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Establish early-warning systems for disruptive market forces
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or trend analysis
- Proven experience developing scenario-planning models and foresight frameworks
- Expertise in AI, biotech, or quantum computing trend analysis
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Deep understanding of global socio-economic drivers and disruption vectors
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)