Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we redefine tomorrow. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist 2026 to architect our innovation roadmap for the next frontier. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and imaginative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable strategies.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to anticipate technological disruptions, market evolutions, and societal shifts, ensuring our organization remains at the vanguard of progress. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses the strategic acumen to translate future possibilities into present-day competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic vision framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership on emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future-forward insights into product roadmaps
- Author quarterly future impact reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Drive innovation culture through 'future-proofing' initiatives across departments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend forecasting
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level stakeholder management experience
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFIP) strongly preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or published foresight work