Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight analysis with actionable strategy, shaping our company's trajectory in an evolving landscape.
As a key member of our Global Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to identify paradigm shifts and develop future-proof roadmaps. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, and possess an insatiable curiosity about what's next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate global technological, social, and economic shifts through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026+ market projections
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business opportunities
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on future-of-work scenarios
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions for emerging market needs
- Advise executive leadership on disruptive threats and opportunities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry experts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech companies
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field
- Portfolio of published future outlooks or innovation frameworks
- Experience facilitating C-level strategic planning sessions
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFM) preferred