Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 global innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate disruptive technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations that will redefine industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-proof strategies into our DNA, ensuring we don't just adapt to change but shape it. Our dynamic, award-winning culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold thinking—where your insights directly impact billion-dollar decisions.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models
- Identify and analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical risks, and socio-economic trends with quantified impact assessments
- Design and execute horizon scanning processes to capture weak signals of disruption across 15+ industries
- Present visionary narratives to executive stakeholders and board members using data-driven storytelling
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs to pioneer next-gen research
- Mentor junior futurists and build an internal foresight capability within the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting with demonstrable impact on long-term strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methodology, and trend analysis frameworks
- Exceptional data synthesis skills with proficiency in AI-driven foresight tools (e.g., Palantir, GPT-4)
- Published thought leadership in futurism (white papers, books, or keynote presentations)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on 5-10 year strategic horizons
- Portfolio demonstrating successful prediction of market disruptions (validated case studies required)