Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll blend data-driven foresight with bold creativity to shape products, markets, and human experiences for the mid-2020s horizon.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm shifts before they happen. If you're passionate about solving humanity's most complex challenges through strategic foresight, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive innovations in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Establish partnerships with research institutions and government agencies shaping 2026 policies
- Author thought leadership publications positioning Horizon as the 2026 innovation authority
- Mentor junior strategists in futures-thinking methodologies and trend analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year trend forecasts
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario modeling, and horizon scanning
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, neurotech) and societal shifts
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Proven ability to translate foresight into tangible business strategies