Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Group as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect of tomorrow's breakthrough innovations. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging technological, social, and economic trends that will reshape industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to guide our clients' long-term success in an accelerating world.
As a key member of our Future Intelligence Division, you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 leaders, pioneer scenario-planning methodologies, and deliver actionable insights that drive competitive advantage. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop sophisticated scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives across multiple industries
- Produce forward-looking strategic whitepapers and trend reports with 3-5 year predictive models
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational strategies
- Integrate AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology forecasts into client roadmaps
- Represent the firm at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 7+ years strategic planning experience
- Proven track record of forecasting market disruptions with documented accuracy
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into executive strategies
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or equivalent professional credential