Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of strategic foresight. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric innovation. This role demands an architect of tomorrow who can decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable strategies that redefine industries.
At Horizon Dynamics, we're not just preparing for 2026—we're actively shaping it. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional initiatives to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. Our culture rewards intellectual curiosity and bold thinking, offering unparalleled resources to turn futuristic visions into tangible realities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts affecting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 5-year business transformation
- Conduct executive-level trend briefings translating complex futures into competitive advantages
- Architect innovation roadmaps integrating emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' prototyping solutions for 2026 challenges
- Author quarterly foresight reports influencing $1B+ investment decisions
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing thought leadership through industry publications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven track record developing actionable futures strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and emerging technology assessment
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in foresight or innovation (Harvard Business Review, MIT Tech Review)
- Proficiency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Delphi, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience advising C-suite on 5+ year strategic pivots
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ implemented futures strategies