Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as we shape the future beyond 2026. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our clients at the forefront of innovation. This role blends deep analytical thinking with creative foresight to anticipate technological, social, and economic shifts that will redefine industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, translate complex data into actionable strategies, and present compelling future scenarios to stakeholders. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, market signals, and cultural shifts to identify future opportunities and threats through 2030
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for clients in AI, biotech, and sustainability sectors
- Present future outlooks to executive audiences through compelling narratives and visual storytelling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on long-term vision and innovation priorities
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for C-suite decision-making
- Advise on organizational readiness for technological and societal paradigm shifts
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field with 8+ years of experience
- Proven track record of developing future-focused strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience advising C-level executives
- Published thought leadership in futurism, technology, or innovation journals
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into clear narratives