Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends data-driven foresight with human-centered innovation to shape sustainable futures for Fortune 500 clients. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in identifying paradigm shifts, developing scenario-based strategies, and embedding resilience into organizational DNA.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll translate complex signals into actionable insights while maintaining ethical foresight frameworks. This hybrid-remote position offers unparalleled impact in defining how businesses thrive in 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain horizon-scanning frameworks for emerging technologies and societal shifts
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives across diverse industries
- Produce annual '2026 Futurescape' reports with quantitative and qualitative trend analysis
- Design strategic roadmaps integrating AI, climate adaptation, and human augmentation
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for emerging technology adoption
- Present foresight insights at industry conferences and executive summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Scenario Planning preferred
- Experience facilitating executive workshops and presenting complex concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization capabilities