Job Description
Join Horizon Insight Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 strategic roadmap. This senior role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to transform industry predictions into actionable business strategies.
As a key architect of our future-facing initiatives, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to identify paradigm shifts in technology, consumer behavior, and global markets. Your insights will directly influence our innovation pipeline and long-term competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize complex data to forecast 2026 industry trends and disruptors
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for high-impact business decisions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development
- Author executive briefings on emerging technologies and market shifts
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Translate foresight into measurable KPIs for innovation teams
- Represent the company at premier industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in data modeling, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Business, Economics, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and sustainable tech ecosystems
- Experience with foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi analysis, STEEPLE)