Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group as we shape the future of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap, bridging emerging technologies with market foresight. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision to decode disruptive trends and translate them into actionable strategies.
Our award-winning team operates at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable development. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients to anticipate paradigm shifts in consumer behavior, regulatory landscapes, and technological convergence. This isn't just about predicting the future – it's about architecting it.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology adoption forecasts using quantitative modeling and scenario analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in quantum computing and synthetic biology
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with executive-level strategic recommendations
- Build and maintain predictive intelligence dashboards tracking 200+ emerging indicators
- Advocate for ethical frameworks in next-generation automation and neuro-interfaces
- Present findings at global forums including Davos and TechCrunch Disrupt
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight at Fortune 500 or top-tier consultancy
- Published research on exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year predictions with measurable impact
- Certification in Futures Thinking from World Futures Federation preferred
- Experience with predictive modeling tools (Palisade @RISK, AnyLogic)