HR / Employee Communications Consultant

BioSpace; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

15 vacation days

Job summary

A global biotechnology company is seeking an HR / Employee Communications Consultant in Somerset, NJ. The role involves developing and implementing communications strategies, managing internal content, and advising leadership on effective messaging. Ideal candidates should have strong writing and project management skills with 5-12 years of experience in HR communications. A commitment to creating a workplace where employees thrive is central to the company's mission.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in internal/HR/corporate communications.
• Experience in a biopharma or regulated environment is a plus.
• Ability to distill complex HR content for broad audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR-driven communications strategies.
• Create internal content such as newsletters and presentations.
• Monitor and report on communications effectiveness.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing skills

Stakeholder management

Project management skills

Content creation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Communications or related field

Tools

Intranet CMS

Email platforms

Job description

HR / Employee Communications Consultant – Legend Biotech (Somerset, NJ)

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, T‑cell receptor (TCR‑T), and natural killer (NK) cell‑based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting‑edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

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). 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR-driven communications strategies (benefits, rewards, talent programs, DE&I, culture, engagement, employee lifecycle).
• Create and manage internal content (newsletters, intranet, emails, leadership comms, presentations, town‑halls, EVP materials).
• Advise HR and leadership on messaging, tone, timing, channels; act as communications consultant to HR stakeholders.
• Partner with Corporate Communications, Legal / Compliance, Creative / Vendor teams to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance in all communications.
• Lead cross‑functional projects: develop timeline, deliverables, stakeholder mapping; manage vendors or internal resources; ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
• Monitor, track and report on communications effectiveness (engagement analytics, feedback, surveys) and evolve strategy accordingly.
• For senior level: define global HR communications strategy and oversee team and/or agency resources.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (advanced degree preferred for senior level).
• ~5–7 years of experience (Manager) or ~8–12+ years (Associate Director) in internal/HR/corporate communications, preferably in a biopharma, healthcare, or regulated environment.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, editing, and content‑creation skills (with ability to distill complex HR/policy content for broad employee audiences).
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, cross‑functional collaboration ability (HR, Comms, Legal, Business leaders).
• Project and program management skills, ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience with employee comms channels / platforms (intranet, internal social, email, intranet CMS/portal) and vendor/agency management.
• (Preferred) Experience with employer branding / EVP communications / global workforce communications / DE&I communications.
• (Preferred) Familiarity with compliance/regulatory requirements typical for biotech/pharma.

Benefits

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive - both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive industry, we offer a best‑in‑class benefits package that supports well‑being, financial stability, and long‑term career growth. Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported every step of the way. Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one. Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles, we offer eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well‑being initiatives, and peer‑to‑peer recognition programs - demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

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. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. Legend Biotech maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Human Resources