Job Description
Join our visionary team as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Group, where we're shaping tomorrow's industries today. In this cutting-edge role, you'll decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and lead strategic initiatives that position our clients for success in 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary thinker with a passion for anticipating market shifts and translating foresight into actionable business strategies. This is your chance to influence the future of innovation while working with Fortune 500 leaders and disruptive startups alike.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic blueprints for clients across tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare organizations for future uncertainties
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive models for executive decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to identify disruptive opportunities and innovation pathways
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
- Mentor junior strategists in future-thinking methodologies and analytical frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurist analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5-year+ strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and predictive modeling
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities for complex concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight publications
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., from APF or Foresight Practitioners Network)