Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next frontier of innovation. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, design disruptive roadmaps, and position our clients at the vanguard of technological and societal transformation. This role blends foresight analysis with strategic execution, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they reshape industries. Collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies to develop actionable frameworks for navigating 2026's technological inflection points. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion-dollar investment decisions and market positioning strategies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainability sectors
- Develop 2026 strategic roadmaps for enterprise clients in finance, healthcare, and manufacturing
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to prepare organizations for disruptive futures
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on emerging technology impacts
- Interface with venture capital partners to identify next-generation investment opportunities
- Design innovation frameworks for R&D labs and corporate strategy teams
- Mentor junior futurists and cross-functional innovation teams
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic consulting, futurism, or technology innovation
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains (e.g., AGI, climate tech)
- Proven track record of influencing C-level strategic decisions
- Advanced degree in strategic foresight, economics, or relevant STEM field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Delphi method, cross-impact matrices)
- Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities
- Portfolio of 2020+ trend analysis or strategic foresight projects