Job Description
Join our pioneering team shaping the future of 2026! Horizon Dynamics Group seeks a visionary Strategic Futurist Lead to forecast technological, economic, and societal trends for the next decade. This high-impact role requires deep analytical prowess and innovative thinking to guide our organization's long-term strategy.
We offer a collaborative environment where your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and investment decisions. Our culture combines cutting-edge research with pragmatic execution, making this ideal for strategic thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology and human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 trend forecasts across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital transformation
- Design scenario-planning frameworks to mitigate future risks and capitalize on emerging opportunities
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align departments on future-readiness strategies
- Author thought leadership publications and whitepapers on 2026 industry disruptions
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and identify breakthrough technologies
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future trends into product roadmaps
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of accurate trend forecasting and scenario modeling
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative foresight methodologies
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level communication abilities
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their societal impacts
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or similar)
- Experience publishing future-oriented research in peer-reviewed journals