Sr. Hr Business Partner

Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Sr. HR Business Partner as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. HR Business Partner as part of the Human Resources Team. This role will support Research, Clinical, Regulatory, Commercial and other functions.

The primary purpose of our Sr. HR Business Partner role is to influence and support the investment in human capital within the business units assigned. It is the job of the Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to drive positive change and enhance the culture of the organization to foster employee growth, development and retention.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage and act as an employee champion, leadership coach, strategic partner, and change agent.
• Formulate partnerships across the company to deliver value-added services to management and employees that reflect the organization’s business objectives.
• Other relevant duties assigned by management.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve morale, increase productivity and retention.
• Serve as a consultant to the business on all HR-related matters, including compliance and regulatory needs, performance management, talent development, and employee relations.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the business to provide HR solutions, and implement corresponding programs and policies.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, provides guidance & assists in performance improvement, and conducts related issues.

Requirements

• Business result driven mindset.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Experience in Biotech/Pharma industry is required.
• Solid project management skills including attention to detail, highly organized.
• Ability to work in a changing environment and help lead others through the phases of change.
• A track record of providing practical HR solutions that drive business results, problem-solving and accountability.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in HRBP/Talent Development/Employee Engagement/Company Culture;
• Ability to build relationships, establish trust, manage conflict and influence others
• Experience working in both start-up & established environment is preferred.
• Bachelor degree required.

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits:

• Paid Paternity Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Matched 401K
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Accident Insurance
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• AD&D Insurance
• Legal Insurance