Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as a 2026 Futurist Strategist at FutureHorizon Group. We're seeking a visionary mind to decode emerging technological, social, and economic trends that will define the next decade. In this pivotal role, you'll architect forward-looking strategies for Fortune 500 clients, blending cutting-edge research with actionable business intelligence. Join our elite team of futurists in Austin's thriving innovation ecosystem and influence how organizations prepare for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for clients navigating next-decade business transitions
- Produce high-impact trend briefings and strategic roadmaps for C-suite executives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product innovation pipelines
- Host executive workshops on future-proofing organizational structures and talent strategies
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging 2026 market paradigms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in corporate strategy, consulting, or futurist research
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Proven track record of developing long-range strategic frameworks
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in future-focused publications
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)