Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of innovation as we shape the future landscape for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategy Director to decode emerging trends, anticipate paradigm shifts, and architect transformative roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This senior leadership role merges cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll lead a cross-functional team of researchers, designers, and data scientists while collaborating with C-suite executives to future-proof enterprises in an era of exponential change.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, translating complex signals into strategic imperatives. This is a rare opportunity to redefine industries and leave an indelible mark on the next technological revolution.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year scenario planning initiatives mapping technological, social, and economic trajectories through 2026
- Develop proprietary foresight frameworks using AI-driven trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Present strategic roadmaps to executive stakeholders across finance, tech, and healthcare sectors
- Manage a $2M+ research portfolio with global think tanks and academic institutions
- Author whitepapers on disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI)
- Mentor a 12-person cross-functional team of futurists and data scientists
- Drive innovation sprints with Fortune 500 partners to prototype 2026-ready solutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futurism, or R&D leadership with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related quantitative field
- Proven track record developing and implementing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized AI
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (e.g., Futures, Technological Forecasting)
- Experience leading cross-continental teams across 3+ time zones
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFP) or equivalent practical expertise