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Executive Coach | Career Consultant | Former Corporate Recruiter
Hannah Salton is an engaging keynote speaker, executive coach, and career consultant who helps individuals and organisations navigate the modern job market with confidence and authenticity. She began her career placing talent for global firms, including BT and Allen & Overy, before launching her own coaching business in 2017.
Drawing on her experience on both sides of the hiring table, Hannah blends insider recruitment knowledge with coaching techniques that empower people to communicate their value, build meaningful networks, and perform at their best.
Hannah Salton has delivered interactive and inspiring talks for leading organisations, including Accenture, Sky Scanner, Bright Network, and King’s College London – covering topics such as confidence-building, personal branding, recruitment trends, and the evolving expectations of Gen Z and Millennial talent.
A recognised expert in career development, Hannah’s insights have been featured in The Times, The Guardian, The Independent, and ITV News. She is also the author of Graduate Careers Uncovered: Tools and Insights from a Former Recruiter to Demystify Your Job Search.

The modern job market & recruitment trends
Building confidence and self-belief
Personal brand and authentic communication
Networking effectively online and in person
Excelling in interviews and assessment centres
Gen Z, Millennials & the future of work
Using AI in recruitment and job searches
Managing workplace dynamics and conflict
Future-proofing careers in a changing economy

Insider insight – eight years’ experience in corporate recruitment gives Hannah a rare perspective on what employers really look for.
Engaging and relatable – her warm, practical style resonates with people across generations.
Future-focused – her understanding of Gen Z trends and emerging workplace shifts helps organisations stay ahead of change.
Accenture, Sky Scanner, King’s College London, Bright Network.
Hannah has been a returning speaker at our FESTIVAL event in 2019, 2022 and 2023, and her sessions are consistently among the most popular and highly rated. She’s delivered practical and engaging talks on topics like networking, personal branding, confidence-building, and navigating early career uncertainty — always with a fresh and authentic approach that really connects with students.
What stands out most about Hannah’s sessions is the blend of her professional expertise as a former recruiter and her warmth as a coach. She brings the inside scoop on what employers are really looking for, but shares it in such a down-to-earth, relatable way that students leave feeling encouraged and empowered rather than overwhelmed.
Her sessions, “Help! I’m leaving uni and don’t know what career I want yet!” and “The Science of Interviews,” struck a real chord with our audience — especially those feeling unsure about their next steps. Participants consistently comment on how practical her advice is, how easy she makes complex topics feel, and how she helps them see their own potential with more clarity and confidence.
We’ve valued Hannah’s contribution hugely — her ability to combine evidence-based insights with empathy and real-world relevance makes her a standout speaker for any event focused on student and graduate careers.
Vivian Wadler, Events Director, Bright Network
Hannah has delivered several impactful talks for King’s College London on topics such as networking and personal branding. What we’ve particularly valued is how she draws on her experience as both a recruiter and a coach to share genuinely practical advice that students can apply straight away.
Her sessions always strike the right balance between insight and authenticity – she brings real-world perspective with a relatable, down-to-earth style that immediately puts people at ease. Students leave feeling inspired, equipped with tangible strategies, and confident to take the next step in their careers.
Dr Faith Taylor, Geography Lecturer and Department Careers Lead, King’s College London