Louise Finnigan
About Louise Finnigan
Louise Finnigan serves as the Senior HR Partner for Adaptimmune in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in human resources across various organizations, she has previously worked at notable companies including Barclaycard, The Walt Disney Company, and Omni Cable Corporation.
Current Role at Adaptimmune
Louise Finnigan serves as the Senior HR Partner (US) at Adaptimmune, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she plays a crucial role in managing human resources functions within the organization. Her responsibilities include strategic HR planning, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the HR department.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her role at Adaptimmune, Louise Finnigan held various HR positions across different organizations. She worked as a Human Resources Manager at Omni Cable Corporation from 2012 to 2016, focusing on talent specialty. Additionally, she served as a Human Resources Consultant at Radius Health, Inc. in 2016 and as a Senior HR Business Partner at SwanBio Therapeutics from 2019 to 2021. Her experience spans multiple facets of human resources, including talent acquisition and employee development.
Education and Certifications
Louise Finnigan earned her Bachelor’s Degree from The University of Glasgow, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. She is a Microsoft-certified software instructor since 2001 and has achieved Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification from Drexel University in 2013. Additionally, she is a certified facilitator for the '7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by the Franklin Covey Institute, obtained in 2005. She is also pursuing SPHR Certification from the University of Villanova, pending since 2007.
Career Background
Louise Finnigan has a diverse career background in human resources and training. She began her career as an Instructor for Microsoft and Proprietary Applications at ExecuTrain from 2001 to 2003. She later worked at The Siegfried Group, LLP in talent management from 2003 to 2009, and at The Walt Disney Company as an International Program & Orientation Facilitator from 1996 to 1997. Her experience includes roles in various sectors, enhancing her expertise in HR practices.
Notable Positions Held
Throughout her career, Louise Finnigan has held several notable positions in human resources. She worked as an HR Resourcing Partner - Consultant at Barclaycard for one year in 2016-2017. Additionally, she served as a Human Resources/Office Manager at Delaware Orthodontics from 2009 to 2012. Her roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of HR functions across different industries.