Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026+ roadmap. This pivotal role will shape how organizations navigate emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking strategies that position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving post-2025 ecosystem.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technological foresight, business strategy, and human-centric design. You'll leverage cutting-edge research, scenario planning, and cross-industry collaboration to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate future risks. This is your chance to transform theoretical futures into actionable blueprints that redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate resilience) to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating emerging technologies with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present futures scenarios to executive teams with data-driven recommendations
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurist partners and thought leaders
- Quantify strategic risks/opportunities through horizon scanning methodologies
- Drive adoption of strategic foresight frameworks across all departments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning techniques
- Proven track record developing long-term strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals
- Experience leading global teams across cultural and technological boundaries