Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, pioneer next-generation methodologies, and guide our organization through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. Collaborate with C-suite executives to future-proof our enterprise while shaping the blueprint for the next decade of growth. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and strategic foresight, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-ready products and services
- Produce trend analysis reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer breakthrough technologies
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and emerging tech adoption
- Present strategic roadmaps to stakeholders with compelling data visualizations and narrative storytelling
- Monitor geopolitical shifts, climate impacts, and demographic shifts influencing 2026 market dynamics
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-oriented leadership roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven track record of implementing trend-based strategies in Fortune 500 environments
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systemic risk assessment methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence trajectories
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Portfolio of published foresight work or successfully implemented future-proof initiatives