Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's innovation landscape today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, shape disruptive business models, and position our global clients at the forefront of the 2026 economy. This role merges foresight analytics, cross-industry synthesis, and strategic execution to transform uncertainty into competitive advantage.
Our award-winning innovation lab partners with Fortune 500 leaders to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable infrastructure. You'll lead immersive scenario-planning workshops, develop predictive frameworks, and translate complex futures into actionable roadmaps. This is a rare opportunity to define the next generation of business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Design and lead multi-year scenario-planning initiatives for 2026 market landscapes
- Conduct horizon scanning across 15+ emerging technology verticals
- Develop predictive economic models for disruptive industry convergence
- Create executive-ready strategic frameworks for C-suite stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D and product teams
- Author thought leadership publications on future business paradigms
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic foresight ROI
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or futurist roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Experience developing strategic frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-focused research