Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with practical execution, transforming speculative futures into tangible competitive advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and shape initiatives that will redefine industries.
Why This Role Matters: As we approach 2026, the pace of technological and societal change demands proactive navigation. This position empowers you to influence our company's trajectory while contributing to global thought leadership on future-ready strategies.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, social, economic, and geopolitical domains
- Develop and maintain multi-year strategic roadmaps for 2026+ innovation initiatives
- Facilitate scenario planning and risk mitigation for disruptive future states
- Present insights to executive leadership and board members through compelling narratives
- Champion a culture of continuous innovation across all business units
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for strategic integration
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven experience developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic thinking frameworks
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts into actionable insights
- Track record of implementing innovation initiatives that generated measurable ROI
- Proficiency in futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Published thought leadership in innovation or foresight publications preferred