Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we shape the future! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role requires an analytical mind, creative flair, and the ability to decode emerging trends across technology, society, and markets. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategies that position our company at the forefront of innovation.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into compelling narratives, and possesses a deep passion for anticipating tomorrow's disruptions. If you're ready to define what comes next, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging technologies and market shifts impacting our industry
- Produce high-impact strategic reports and visualizations translating complex future scenarios into executive insights
- Collaborate with R&D and product teams to integrate future-facing innovations into product roadmaps
- Establish early-warning systems for potential disruptors and paradigm shifts
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and quantitative forecasting methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Published thought leadership in futures or strategy publications
- Portfolio demonstrating complex foresight projects with measurable outcomes