Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge foresight methodologies with actionable business strategy, guiding our clients through unprecedented technological and societal shifts. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to develop scenario-based frameworks, identify emerging disruptors, and design adaptive blueprints for sustainable growth in an exponentially evolving landscape.
Our Austin hub serves as a nexus for innovation where futurists, data scientists, and industry pioneers collaborate. We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to shape tomorrow's reality. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ strategic scenarios using horizon scanning, trend analysis, and predictive modeling
- Design adaptive roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating AI, biotech, and climate disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight insights into executable business strategies
- Build and maintain proprietary foresight databases using proprietary AI-driven analytics platforms
- Present high-stakes strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging tech paradigms and societal implications
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing industry benchmarks for strategic foresight excellence
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or future-focused innovation leadership
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of developing 5-10 year strategic roadmaps for complex organizations
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts for executive audiences
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFCS) or relevant analytics certifications
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ high-impact future-strategy implementations