Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow's economy as a 2026 Futures Strategist at Horizon Insights Group. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for the next decade. In this pivotal role, you'll pioneer methodologies that bridge today's innovations with tomorrow's realities, shaping how organizations navigate the complex landscape of 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic shifts, technological disruptions, and societal transformations to map 2026 industry landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients adapting to post-2025 market realities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize complex data into actionable 5-year roadmaps
- Author white papers on emerging paradigms in AI ethics, climate resilience, and quantum computing adoption
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof business models for 2026 market readiness
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic consulting, futures research, or technology innovation roles
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and their 2026 implications
- Proven track record of developing foresight methodologies for Fortune 100 clients
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership on long-term technology trends or scenario planning
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or equivalent foresight methodology training
- Exceptional data visualization skills for communicating complex future scenarios