Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future. We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead transformative initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across tech, sustainability, and AI sectors to develop roadmaps that capitalize on emerging trends while mitigating disruption risks. If you thrive at the intersection of data-driven prediction and human-centered design, this is your chance to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts affecting 2026 landscapes
- Create sustainability frameworks aligning with 2026 UN Sustainable Development Goals and ESG mandates
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports forecasting industry transformations and emerging business models
- Design AI-driven decision support systems for long-term capital allocation and resource optimization
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and trend analysis techniques
- Present strategic visions to executive boards and investor forums with compelling data visualizations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning or consulting with 3+ years focused on 2020+ horizon forecasting
- Proficiency in futures research tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning, cross-impact matrices)
- Expertise in AI/ML applications for predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Demonstrated success in developing multi-year strategic frameworks for complex organizations
- Strong presentation skills with experience to executive audiences and international forums
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., from World Future Society)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ strategic initiatives implemented with measurable 2026 impact