Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and architect tomorrow's success today. We're seeking an innovative thinker to decode emerging trends, develop foresight frameworks, and shape our organization's decade-long trajectory. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy to position us at the forefront of 2026's technological and market evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of data-driven insights and visionary planning, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socioeconomic shifts to inform 2026 strategic roadmaps
- Develop and maintain foresight frameworks including scenario planning and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align leadership on long-term vision and execution priorities
- Produce executive-level strategic briefings and trend reports with actionable recommendations
- Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to integrate future-oriented initiatives into current operations
- Establish KPIs and metrics to track strategic progress toward 2026 milestones
- Represent the organization at industry foresight conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years of experience in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic frameworks with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning techniques
- Exceptional data synthesis skills with ability to translate complex insights into executive narratives
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications