Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead to architect the future landscape of our organization. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate emerging trends, disrupt markets, and position our company as the undisputed industry leader in the post-2025 era. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term strategic roadmaps while leveraging cutting-edge methodologies like predictive modeling, scenario planning, and horizon scanning. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ strategic frameworks using trend analysis and data-driven forecasting
- Lead cross-functional teams to identify disruptive opportunities across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Create actionable scenario plans for geopolitical, economic, and technological disruptions
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness and innovation pipeline management
- Present strategic recommendations to the board and executive leadership
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks
- Drive organizational culture transformation toward adaptive innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning or futurist roles at Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology) and societal trends
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities for complex concepts
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend forecasting tools
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Research (e.g., CFM, APF)