Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into actionable business strategies. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to shape our next generation of products and services.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses an insatiable curiosity about what's next. You'll leverage trend analysis, scenario planning, and stakeholder engagement to identify high-impact opportunities while mitigating future risks. This is a rare chance to define the future rather than react to it.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using data-driven trend analysis and horizon scanning
- Design and facilitate scenario planning workshops for executive leadership and innovation teams
- Produce actionable strategic briefings on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to align product roadmaps with future market opportunities
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and external stakeholders
- Establish KPIs to track strategic initiatives' impact on long-term growth
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial success
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems thinking
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic foresight projects
- Experience with AI/ML tools for predictive analysis preferred