Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Dynamics, where tomorrow's innovations are born today. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. Join our elite team of pioneers at the intersection of technology, society, and business transformation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive-level influence to guide our organization through the complexities of an accelerating future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, geopolitics, and societal shifts to identify disruptive forces by 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for board-level strategic decisions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product development
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Establish ethical guardrails for emerging technologies like quantum computing and neural interfaces
- Build predictive models for market evolution and competitive landscape
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate a future-ready organizational culture
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years of experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite advisory
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-focused strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in systems thinking, complexity science, and scenario modeling methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence and public speaking expertise
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from futurists.org) strongly preferred