Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight, technological acumen, and business strategy to navigate emerging global trends and disruptive innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to future-proof enterprises through data-driven insights and scenario planning.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics. You'll leverage cutting-edge research methodologies to identify paradigm shifts, develop actionable roadmaps, and drive innovation ecosystems that redefine industry standards. This hybrid-remote position offers unparalleled impact in shaping humanity's next chapter.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year strategic foresight initiatives for 2026+ horizons using horizon scanning and Delphi techniques
- Develop scenario-based frameworks for climate resilience, AI governance, and biotech convergence
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions in quantum computing and neurotech
- Present foresight briefings to executive stakeholders with data-driven visualizations
- Build innovation roadmaps integrating exponential technologies (blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future literacy across organizational DNA
- Author thought leadership reports on societal disruption vectors and market evolution
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis using tools like PESTLE and STEEPLE
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CF foresight, AC foresight)
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios implemented by major organizations