Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics to architect the future. As a 2026 Futurist Strategist, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives to prepare our organization for emerging technological and societal shifts. This senior role demands foresight, innovation, and strategic execution to position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
We offer a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly influence our product roadmap, market positioning, and long-term growth strategy. Collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks to anticipate global trends impacting our industry by 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities
- Produce scenario-based strategic plans with quantified ROI projections
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready innovations into development roadmaps
- Establish KPIs to track organizational preparedness for 2026 challenges and opportunities
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Maintain competitive intelligence through global research networks and industry conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning or futurist roles with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level communication experience
- Professional certification in Strategic Foresight (preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful strategic transformation projects