Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the future of human progress. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to lead our 2026 initiative, developing long-term frameworks that will redefine industries and societal structures. This role requires an exceptional blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive communication to translate complex scenarios into actionable strategies for our global partners.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven track record of predicting market shifts and influencing high-stakes decision-making. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies while pioneering methodologies for anticipating disruptive innovations.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 scenario-planning models using AI-driven trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Produce executive-level strategic briefings quantifying long-term market opportunities and risks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state roadmaps
- Establish industry foresight frameworks integrating quantum computing, biotech, and climate resilience
- Author thought leadership publications positioning Horizon as the premier futurist authority
- Mentor junior analysts in emerging methodologies like horizon scanning and weak signal detection
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist roles with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative discipline
- Published portfolio demonstrating predictive accuracy for market-shifting events
- Expertise in scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi Method)
- Proficiency in forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Palantir, custom ML models)
- Exceptional executive communication with ability to distill complex concepts
- Certification in Futures Research or equivalent professional accreditation