Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics to shape the future of business strategy. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. You'll work with Fortune 500 leaders to anticipate technological, societal, and market shifts while driving sustainable innovation ecosystems.
This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight, offering unparalleled opportunities to influence global industries through data-driven scenario planning and cutting-edge research methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ trend reports using AI-powered analytics and cross-disciplinary research
- Design strategic innovation roadmaps for C-suite executives in tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors
- Lead scenario planning workshops to prepare organizations for disruptive market shifts
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and business models
- Present foresight insights at global industry summits and publish thought leadership pieces
- Mentor junior strategists in advanced trend analysis and strategic foresight frameworks
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation with demonstrable 2026+ impact
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking methodologies
- Proven track record of developing market-disruptive innovation strategies
- Proficiency in AI trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trend Hunter, Palantir)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Published research on emerging technologies or future-of-work trends
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)