Job Description
Join Horizon Insights Group at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive advisory services, positioning you at the nexus of technology, sociology, and business evolution.
As a key architect of our future-facing practice, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives across industries to anticipate paradigm shifts and develop proactive strategies for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for trend analysis, including proprietary AI-powered forecasting tools and exclusive industry partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop evidence-based future scenarios and strategic roadmaps for enterprise clients
- Deliver executive briefings and trend forecasting workshops to C-suite audiences
- Author white papers and thought leadership content on future-of-work implications
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions
- Manage cross-functional research projects with data scientists and industry experts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for translating complex trends into actionable insights
- Experience presenting to executive audiences and influencing strategic decisions
- Portfolio demonstrating published futurist research or strategic frameworks