Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Senior Futurist - 2026 Strategy Lead to architect tomorrow's business landscape today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends and develop actionable 2026 roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge research with executive influence, shaping how organizations prepare for seismic shifts in technology, society, and markets.
What you'll impact: As our 2026 Strategy Lead, you'll pioneer proprietary forecasting methodologies that guide multi-billion-dollar investments. Your work will directly influence C-suite decisions across tech, healthcare, and energy sectors, ensuring our clients thrive in the rapidly evolving 2026 ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using AI-driven trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to translate future insights into actionable business strategies
- Author high-impact whitepapers and predictive models for 2026 market disruptions (quantum computing adoption, climate tech acceleration, AI governance evolution)
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academic researchers, and industry pioneers
- Present strategic recommendations to executive boards through compelling data narratives and immersive visualizations
- Manage a $2M innovation portfolio testing 2026-ready technologies and business models
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist role with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful 3-5 year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis methodologies (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi studies) and futures research tools
- Exceptional executive communication skills with ability to simplify complex future scenarios
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related quantitative field
- Published thought leadership on technological or societal megatrends (AI, climate resilience, digital sovereignty)
- Proficiency in foresight software (e.g., Foresight Platform, Trendalyzer) and data visualization tools