Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight analysis with cross-industry innovation leadership to shape our client's competitive advantage in an era of unprecedented change.
Why You'll Thrive Here:
We're not just predicting the future—we're actively building it. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers a dynamic environment where your strategic insights directly impact Fortune 500 clients navigating next-gen technologies, sustainability imperatives, and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic trends to develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities
- Author forward-looking white papers and scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions addressing future workforce and sustainability challenges
- Present strategic insights at industry conferences and executive summits
- Mentor junior futurists in trend synthesis and strategic communication methodologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused leadership
- Proven expertise in trend analysis across technology, policy, and behavioral domains
- Experience developing scenario-planning frameworks for C-level decision-makers
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research methodologies background
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications