Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Insights Group to shape the future of business strategy. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight, driving innovation for Fortune 500 clients. You'll operate at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to develop actionable roadmaps that position organizations as market leaders in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI ethics, quantum computing, climate adaptation) to forecast 2026+ market shifts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps and business strategy
- Author thought leadership reports published in Harvard Business Review and Wired
- Build proprietary foresight models using predictive analytics and machine learning
- Advolve in patent development for emerging technology applications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting at top-tier firms
- Proven track record of forecasting market disruptions (e.g., blockchain, AR/VR)
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (Shell, Delphi)
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, D3.js) and Python/R for trend modeling
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience advising boards on exponential technology adoption