Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Group to architect the future. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging technologies into groundbreaking commercial opportunities. This senior role demands cross-industry foresight, data-driven trend analysis, and executive-level strategic planning to position our organization at the vanguard of technological evolution.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global innovation partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities in quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech, and biotechnology integration. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technological possibility and market viability, crafting actionable strategies that deliver exponential growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and technology roadmapping
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, neurotech) to identify disruptive business opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state capabilities
- Produce quarterly foresight reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with rigorous ROI tracking
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D pioneers
- Present future scenarios to boards and investors to secure funding
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, corporate innovation, or futurist research
- Proven track record in translating technological trends into commercial strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or MBA with innovation focus
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms
- Exceptional executive communication and presentation skills
- Experience managing high-impact innovation portfolios
- Published thought leadership in future technology or innovation strategy