Dan Kiernan

Experienced careers coach and programme leader for MBAs and early‑mid career changers: Dan leads Global Industry and Impact Careers at Oxford Saïd, delivering large-scale coaching, bespoke sector programming, employer partnerships, networking events and placement initiatives (e.g., Project Aspire) to help MBAs navigate impact and industry career pathways. ac+2

Public communicator and writer focused on Gen Z careers: he authors a recurring 'Career Coach' column at Thred, speaks on podcasts and at TEDx, and publishes practical guidance on job-search, CVs and how young people should approach AI and employability. thred+2

Background in financial services and research informs pragmatic, evidence-based career advice: Dan spent a decade in operations at BNY Mellon and several years as Director of Research at Intelligent Partnership, giving him sector knowledge across finance, fintech and alternative investments which he leverages in coaching. intelligent-partnership+1

Active in EdTech and talent development: he delivers training and career sessions through platforms such as Jolt, contributes to talent-acquisition curricula, and adapts careers support for digital and AI-era job search methods. jolt+1