Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect pathways for our clients' success in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, requiring a blend of analytical prowess and creative foresight.
In our collaborative San Francisco hub, you'll partner with C-suite executives across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors to anticipate disruptive forces and build resilient future-state roadmaps. We offer competitive compensation, unlimited learning opportunities, and the chance to shape industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify and analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptors relevant to 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026's technological and regulatory landscapes
- Produce trend intelligence reports synthesifying quantitative data with qualitative foresight
- Design innovation roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech adoption strategies
- Facilitate executive workshops translating future insights into actionable business strategies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype solutions for 2026's anticipated challenges
- Maintain proprietary knowledge base of 2026-relevant developments and thought leadership
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism with demonstrated 2026-relevant projects
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing) and their 2026 implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ future-focused strategy implementations with measurable impact