Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of technological and societal evolution. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with actionable strategy development for Fortune 500 clients navigating the 2026 landscape. Collaborate with C-suite executives across AI, sustainability, and digital transformation initiatives while shaping our proprietary predictive intelligence framework.
Why join us? Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global futures with 40% remote flexibility and exclusive access to our proprietary FutureSight™ analytics platform.
Responsibilities
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for 2026+ technological adoption across key industries
- Lead scenario planning workshops with executive stakeholders to identify emerging disruption vectors
- Produce annual Horizon Scanning Reports on quantum computing, bio-integration, and climate adaptation technologies
- Architect client-specific innovation pipelines using predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Present strategic briefings to Board of Directors and venture capital partners
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists and industry futurists
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers and keynote presentations at global forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent certification (e.g., CFIP)
- Minimum 8 years experience in corporate strategy consulting or tech innovation leadership
- Proven expertise in predictive analytics and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies: quantum, AI ethics, neurotech, and climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling ability translating complex scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 2020+ strategic implementations for enterprise clients
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin preferred for global stakeholder engagement