Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Dynamics' Senior Futurist Strategist. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, design transformative strategies, and guide our organization through the complexities of 2026 and beyond. Join a cross-disciplinary team at the forefront of innovation where your insights will directly influence global business paradigms.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, translating abstract future possibilities into actionable blueprints. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead foresight initiatives, and pioneer methodologies that redefine strategic planning in an era of exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Architect and lead multi-year foresight frameworks for 2026+ market evolution
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive forces and paradigm shifts
- Partner with product teams to embed future-proofing into innovation pipelines
- Deliver executive briefings on systemic risks and opportunities
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
- Represent the company at global forums on future trends and strategic foresight
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business impact
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems
- Published research or thought leadership on 2026+ trends
- Experience with scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making aptitude
- Exceptional communication with ability to influence stakeholders