Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap in emerging technologies. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to identify disruptive trends and translate them into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to develop forward-looking frameworks that position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain horizon scanning systems for emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, AI ethics)
- Create scenario-planning models for 2026 market disruptions
- Produce whitepapers and strategic briefings for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic trends impacting tech adoption
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or futurist research with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field
- Published thought leadership on exponential technologies (provide portfolio)
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, causal layered analysis)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Mapping software)
- Track record of influencing C-level strategic decisions