Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design forward-looking roadmaps, and position our technology portfolio for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive-level strategy, requiring both analytical rigor and creative foresight.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and quantum computing. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, translates complex futures into actionable plans, and inspires teams to embrace tomorrow's opportunities today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026-2030
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Produce trend reports and innovation roadmaps with measurable KPIs
- Partner with product teams to embed future-readiness into development pipelines
- Represent company at global futurist forums and industry conferences
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech foresight
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech or societal futures
- Experience translating complex futures into executable business strategies
- Proficiency with futures research tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for executive audiences