Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands an exceptional blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive communication to transform emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients, guiding organizations through technological disruption and market evolution. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape the future of global industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise clients
- Lead scenario planning workshops to identify disruptive market forces
- Produce trend analysis reports on AI, biotech, and sustainable tech convergence
- Adv executive stakeholders on long-term innovation pathways
- Build proprietary predictive models using alternative data sources
- Coordinate with R&D teams to prototype future-ready solutions
- Present strategic vision at industry conferences and board meetings
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, SFI)
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption