Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with practical execution, shaping how organizations navigate the next technological and societal paradigm shifts.
As a thought leader in our innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to identify breakthrough opportunities. You'll translate complex foresight into actionable strategies that drive competitive advantage in an exponentially changing world. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for organizational resilience and adaptation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Author foresight reports and roadmaps for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and emerging technologies
- Advise leadership on systemic risks and opportunities in the 5-10 year horizon
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systems modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Portfolio published foresight work or innovation frameworks