Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and innovation leadership. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify emerging trends, develop contingency strategies, and position our organization as a market pioneer in an era of unprecedented technological and societal shifts.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technological, economic, and social trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive innovations (AI, quantum computing, bio-tech)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state strategies
- Produce annual 'Horizon 2026' whitepapers with actionable insights
- Partner with R&D to prioritize moonshot projects with 5-7 year ROI horizons
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting 2026 business viability
- Mentor junior futurists in trend-synthesis methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or C-suite innovation leadership
- Proven track record of publishing future-focused industry reports
- Expertise in scenario planning, SWOT analysis, and trend mapping
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or Technology Management
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., GPT-4, Palantir)
- Deep understanding of climate-tech, neuro-tech, and space economy trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into executive narratives
- Global network of industry futurists and academic thought leaders