Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and transform insights into actionable strategies that position our organization as an industry pioneer. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our innovation pipeline while navigating complex global shifts in technology, sustainability, and human behavior.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll spearhead horizon scanning initiatives, develop scenario-planning frameworks, and lead cross-functional teams to implement future-ready solutions. This is your chance to define what success looks like in 2026 while building lasting impact for generations to come.
Responsibilities
- Lead global trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and human-machine collaboration
- Develop and maintain strategic foresight frameworks mapping 2026+ scenarios
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions and innovation roadmaps
- Present executive-level briefings on emerging disruption vectors and opportunities
- Design and facilitate future-focused workshops with internal and external stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 market transformations
- Integrate foresight insights into corporate strategy and KPI frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through organizational change
- Published thought leadership on future trends or transformation