Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Senior Futurist to architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking visionary thinkers who can decode emerging trends across technology, society, and markets to shape our next decade of growth. This role demands radical foresight, strategic innovation, and the ability to translate complex future scenarios into actionable business frameworks. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in our Silicon Valley hub, collaborating with C-suite executives to build resilient, future-proof organizations.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly impact global industries. As part of our elite Future Strategy team, you'll access cutting-edge research tools and exclusive industry intelligence networks. This is your chance to redefine what's possible and leave an indelible mark on the future landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and validate 2026+ trend forecasts using proprietary AI-driven analytics and human foresight methodologies
- Lead scenario planning workshops for Fortune 500 clients across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors
- Produce strategic roadmaps integrating exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neurotech)
- Present future outlooks to executive boards and investor forums through compelling visual narratives
- Build and mentor a global network of futurist practitioners and innovation scouts
- Author seminal whitepapers on paradigm shifts reshaping 2026 global markets
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven track record of implementing future-based strategies with measurable ROI
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting and systemic risk modeling
- Exceptional command of scenario planning tools (e.g., causal layered analysis, cross-impact matrices)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation (peer-reviewed journals or top-tier media)
- Fluency in future-proofing methodologies (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)