Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends data analysis, foresight research, and innovation leadership to position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal transformation.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and human behavior. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable strategies that anticipate market shifts, identify disruptive opportunities, and prepare our enterprise for the next paradigm shift. This is your chance to influence how industries evolve in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic indicators, technological breakthroughs, and cultural shifts to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, climate adaptation)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-focused initiatives
- Produce strategic whitepapers and executive briefings on disruptive forces reshaping industries
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated 2026 challenges
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems to identify partnership and acquisition opportunities
- Establish KPIs for measuring future-readiness across organizational functions
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (blockchain, biotech, AI, IoT) and their societal impacts
- Proven ability to translate complex foresight research into executable business strategies
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research methodologies background
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFM, APF) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or published foresight work