Finance Management, Leadership Development Program

Legend Biotech USA; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Legend Biotech USA is seeking candidates for its Finance Management Leadership Development Program based in Somerset, NJ. This program targets high-potential MBA graduates, providing 2-3 years of structured rotational experiences designed to influence financial strategy. Responsibilities include engaging in strategic rotations across Finance & Accounting, Procurement, Corporate Finance, and Internal Audit. Candidates should have strong financial modeling and leadership potential, aiming for Director-level roles. Join us for meaningful career growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Recent MBA graduate preferably in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2-3 years of professional experience with progressive responsibility.
• Strong skills in financial modeling and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-3-year leadership accelerator program.
• Engage in 3-4 strategic rotations across various departments.
• Contribute to financial strategy in a fast-growing biotech organization.

Skills

Financial modeling

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

Recent MBA graduate (Class of 2023-2026)

Job description

Legend Biotech is seeking candidates for Legend's Finance Management Leadership Development Program as part of the Finance team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The Early Career Leadership Program at Legend Biotech is a strategic, enterprise-focused development experience designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential professionals early in their careers. Rooted in our commitment to cultivating enterprise-minded, value-driven leaders, this program provides structured rotational exposure, executive mentorship, and real-time business impact across scientific, operational, and corporate functions.

Join us in redefining what's possible and build a career where your growth and patient impact go hand in hand.

Key Responsibilities

• The Finance Management Hi-Po Leadership Development Program is a 2-3-year enterprise leadership accelerator designed for high-potential MBA graduates ready to influence financial strategy in a fast-growing, innovation-driven biotech organization. Through 3-4 strategic rotations (8-12 months each) which may include Finance & Accounting, Procurement, Corporate Finance, and Internal Audit, you will gain deep technical expertise and broad enterprise perspective.
• This structured program integrates high-impact business experiences, executive mentorship, and a Leadership Development Series focused on developing leaders at every level, from leading self and others to influencing senior stakeholders and driving enterprise-wide business outcomes.
• At Legend Biotech, we believe our people are our greatest asset. This program reflects our unwavering commitment to professional development, career mobility, and long-term leadership growth; empowering early-career talent to take on meaningful challenges, expand their impact, and shape the future of our organization.

Requirements

• Recent MBA graduate (Class of 2023-2026), with concentration in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of professional experience demonstrating progressive responsibility and analytical rigor.
• Strong financial modeling, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and aspiration to grow into Director-level and broader enterprise finance leadership roles.
• Demonstrated skills in developing and implementing enterprise technology automation, visualization and analytics solutions to improve productivity and performance.

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.