Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape our next-generation innovations. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and long-term growth strategies for Fortune 500 clients navigating the post-2025 landscape.
This hybrid position offers unparalleled exposure to C-suite executives, cutting-edge R&D labs, and global thought leaders. You'll lead high-stakes scenario planning workshops and publish proprietary trend reports that redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic indicators, technological breakthroughs, and cultural shifts to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop quantitative forecasting models using AI-driven analytics and proprietary trend databases
- Design strategic scenarios for board-level decision-making across fintech, biotech, and sustainability sectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align organizational vision with future opportunities
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global innovation forums
- Collaborate with R&D teams to identify patentable opportunities in emerging domains
- Maintain real-time intelligence network with global futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in corporate strategy consulting or innovation roles with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Technical proficiency in forecasting tools (e.g., Palisade @RISK, Trendalyzer)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive presentation track record
- Published research in peer-reviewed foresight journals or major industry publications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations