Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our 2026 Futures Strategist at Horizon Dynamics. We're seeking a visionary architect to decode emerging trends and craft actionable roadmaps for our post-2025 landscape. Join our elite innovation team in redefining industries through predictive analytics, scenario planning, and cross-ecosystem collaboration. Your strategic foresight will directly influence $500M+ product portfolios while embedding resilience into our DNA.
What you'll impact: Lead our 2026+ strategic initiatives, drive cross-functional innovation sprints, and establish thought leadership in next-gen markets. This isn't forecasting—it's active creation of preferred futures.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026+ strategic scenarios using predictive modeling and trend synthesis
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to develop market-ready futures roadmaps
- Conduct horizon scanning across 15+ emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, bio-convergence)
- Develop adaptive frameworks for volatile market conditions and black swan events
- Present strategic narratives to C-suite and board with data-backed confidence
- Build external partnerships with futurist networks and academic institutions
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Strategic Innovation
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, scenario planning, or innovation leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Proven track record of translating futures insights into commercial strategy
- Mastery of data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Published thought leadership in futures/innovation publications