Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative business strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends data-driven analysis with creative foresight to position our clients as industry pioneers in an accelerating world.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 companies, leveraging cutting-edge methodologies to anticipate market disruptions and design resilient futures. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will shape global business agendas.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, quantum computing, climate tech) to identify strategic opportunities for 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients navigating technological singularity challenges
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future intelligence into actionable roadmaps
- Author executive briefings on disruptive innovations and their industry implications
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof business models
- Present foresight findings at global innovation summits and industry conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in trend analysis or strategic consulting with Fortune 500 clients
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning tools
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures to diverse stakeholders
- Published thought leadership in future studies or business strategy publications
- Proficiency in foresight software (e.g., Foresight Platform, Trendalyzer)