Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight analysis with actionable strategy, driving our mission to shape industries through emerging technologies and societal shifts.
In this dynamic position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to identify disruptive opportunities, assess market evolution, and develop roadmaps that position us as industry pioneers. Your insights will directly influence our product development, investment strategies, and corporate positioning in the rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global trends, technological advancements, and socio-economic shifts to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models for enterprise decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present actionable insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, think tanks, and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership publications and industry white papers
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate an organization-wide innovation mindset
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional scenario planning and trend analysis capabilities
- Strong experience with strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning)
- Track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio of published foresight work or innovation frameworks