Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group to architect the future! We're seeking a forward-thinking 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and shape our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to prepare our organization for the transformative landscape of 2026 and beyond.
As a key member of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive technologies, market shifts, and societal changes. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment strategies, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies and market trends impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for long-term organizational adaptation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future vision and priorities
- Author predictive whitepapers and executive briefings on industry evolution
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-oriented solutions and validate market readiness
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic indicators affecting strategic planning
- Present findings to executive leadership and board members with actionable recommendations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and predictive modeling
- Proven ability to translate complex data into executive-ready insights
- Familiarity with AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing trends
- Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills for diverse audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/SCF preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analysis or future scenarios