Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and lead cross-functional teams in navigating emerging technological paradigms. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
Why Horizon? We're a boutique innovation consultancy trusted by Fortune 500 leaders to decode disruption. Our proprietary Horizon Scanning Framework has predicted 87% of major tech shifts since 2020. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to shape industries and build resilient futures.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning initiatives identifying disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop quantitative forecasting models using advanced data analytics and scenario planning methodologies
- Facilitate executive workshops translating future insights into strategic roadmaps with measurable KPIs
- Author thought leadership publications and white papers positioning Horizon as the future-of-work authority
- Manage a global network of 50+ futurist researchers and academic partnerships
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks ensuring responsible deployment of emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Quantitative Analysis
- Proven track record developing and implementing enterprise-level strategic foresight programs
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruption modeling frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities translating complex futures into executive narratives
- Published research or patents in futurism, innovation, or technology strategy domains