Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into actionable business frameworks. This role merges foresight analysis with strategic execution to position our organization as an industry pioneer.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal trends that will redefine our industry by 2026. You'll translate complex future scenarios into strategic priorities that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026 strategic foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Produce actionable strategic briefings for executive leadership on future market opportunities and threats
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs to incubate 2026-relevant initiatives
- Design and implement innovation KPIs to measure progress toward 2026 strategic milestones
- Present future vision narratives to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and storytelling
- Champion a culture of forward-thinking across the organization through training and thought leadership
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, Technology Management, or related field
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven experience developing and executing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and quantitative/qualitative trend analysis
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience delivering to C-suite audiences and boards
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFM, CSSP) strongly preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementation results