Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics to architect the future. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role combines trend analysis, strategic foresight, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging technologies into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our long-term vision while driving execution on high-impact initiatives.
What you'll achieve:
- Develop predictive models for 2026 technology adoption across key industries
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-level stakeholders
- Establish strategic partnerships with emerging tech incubators
- Drive innovation sprints with R&D and product teams
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market landscape
- Design and lead cross-functional innovation initiatives with $5M+ budgets
- Present strategic foresight frameworks to executive leadership and board members
- Mentor junior futurists and build next-generation foresight methodologies
- Partner with venture capital teams to evaluate emerging startups
- Author white papers and thought leadership for industry conferences
- Monitor geopolitical shifts affecting technology adoption timelines
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or consulting
- Proven track record of launching successful future-focused initiatives
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Experience presenting to C-suite and board-level stakeholders
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred