Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a Senior Futurist to architect the roadmap for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, disrupt traditional industries, and shape our next decade of innovation. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with actionable strategy development.
In this position, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives to identify paradigm shifts in technology, sustainability, and human behavior. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future scenarios into executable business strategies, ensuring our organization remains at the forefront of disruption.
What makes this role extraordinary:
- Direct influence on corporate strategy and R&D priorities
- Access to exclusive industry foresight networks and research
- Opportunity to build and lead a dedicated future-scanning team
- Competitive compensation with equity in a rapidly scaling tech leader
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends to forecast disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for business continuity and innovation
- Lead workshops with executive teams to align on future-readiness strategies
- Author white papers and thought leadership on emerging paradigm shifts
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing into development lifecycles
- Monitor geopolitical, technological, and environmental signals for strategic pivots
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurist partners and academic collaborators
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Published author or speaker at global foresight conferences
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, STEEP, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with AI/ML trend forecasting tools and data visualization
- Demonstrated ability to influence C-suite decision-makers