Christie Coutin
About Christie Coutin
Christie Coutin serves as the Head of HR for the UK and Ireland at MeiraGTx, where she focuses on enhancing internal communication and talent development. With extensive experience in various HR roles across multiple organizations, she has developed a strong expertise in HR strategies and manager coaching.
Current Role at MeiraGTx
Christie Coutin serves as the Head of HR for the UK and Ireland at MeiraGTx, a clinical-stage gene therapy company. She has held this position since 2022, working on-site in London, England. In her role, she focuses on enhancing internal communication and developing HR strategies that support talent development and acquisition.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining MeiraGTx, Christie Coutin held several HR positions across various organizations. She worked as the Director of HR - Europe at Aimmune Therapeutics from 2018 to 2022 and previously served as an HR Business Partner there from 2017 to 2018. Her earlier roles include HR Manager at Science Group, HR Manager at Evidera, and HR Generalist at Kobalt Music, among others. This diverse experience has contributed to her expertise in HR strategy and talent management.
Education and Expertise in Human Resources Management
Christie Coutin studied Human Resources Management at Middlesex University, where she earned her MA from 2009 to 2010. Her educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience, equips her with the skills necessary to develop effective HR strategies and enhance organizational communication.
Focus on Internal Communication and Talent Development
Coutin emphasizes the importance of strengthening internal communication within organizations. She actively engages with and empowers business expertise, which is a key aspect of her approach to HR. Her focus on talent development and acquisition reflects her commitment to fostering a productive work environment.
Diverse HR Roles and Responsibilities
Throughout her career, Christie Coutin has taken on various roles that have shaped her HR expertise. She has experience in manager coaching and training programs, as well as talent acquisition coordination. Her roles have spanned multiple organizations, including Bite Communications and United BioSource Corporation, where she contributed to HR administration and talent management.