Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of innovation as we architect the future for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, anticipate disruptive technologies, and guide our organization's transformation in an era of exponential change. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape strategic roadmaps that position us as industry pioneers.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to develop actionable future scenarios. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and sustainable growth initiatives across our $2B portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural shifts to identify high-impact opportunities for 2026+
- Develop predictive models using AI-driven analytics and scenario planning frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into executable business strategies
- Author visionary whitepapers and thought leadership content for industry summits
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation accelerators
- Quantify future market risks and opportunities using quantitative forecasting tools
- Present strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors with data-backed confidence
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation management, or trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and emerging technology assessment
- Strong command of predictive analytics tools (e.g., Palantir, Tableau, R)
- Published thought leadership in reputable journals or industry platforms
- Experience guiding Fortune 500 companies through digital transformation
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/SCF preferred)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures to stakeholders