Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as our Lead Futurist to architect tomorrow's strategies today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they disrupt industries.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across our Fortune 500 client portfolio, translating complex futures into competitive advantages. We offer unparalleled resources for research, cutting-edge AI tools, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological, social, and economic trends through 2026
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients in AI, biotech, and climate tech
- Produce whitepapers and executive briefings on disruptive innovations
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-level executives to align 2026 strategic priorities
- Monitor global signals (geopolitical, scientific, cultural) for early opportunity identification
- Present findings at industry conferences and publish in thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or futurism consulting
- Expertise in horizon scanning and scenario development methodologies
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies or societal shifts
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Futurly)
- Experience advising C-suite executives on long-term strategic pivots
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year predictive accuracy