HR Management, Leadership Development Program

Legendcareers; New Jersey; On-site; USD 83,711 - 109,870; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Floating holidays

Job summary

Legendcareers based in New Jersey is looking for candidates for their Early Career Leadership Program. This program is designed to develop high-potential professionals through structured rotations in HR. Candidates should have a recent MBA and 2-3 years of relevant experience, with a desire to grow into leadership roles.

The position offers extensive benefits including medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid parental leave. The salary range is between $83,711 and $109,870 annually, based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Recent MBA (Class of 2023‑2026) in Human Resources or related field.
• 2‑3 years of professional experience (HR or related business experience preferred).
• Preferred experience in a Life Sciences organization or related business.

Responsibilities

• Build strategic, operational, and leadership capabilities required to drive talent outcomes.
• Complete 3‑4 cross‑functional rotations over a 3‑year structured leadership program.
• Lead and support high‑impact HR initiatives aligned to talent strategy.

Skills

Leadership potential

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Recent MBA in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life‑threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we develop 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.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, a pharmaceutical company 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strategic, operational, and leadership capabilities required to drive talent outcomes in a fast‑growing, mission‑driven biotech organization. The experience is intentionally designed to strengthen succession readiness for critical leadership roles while equipping you with the cross‑functional perspective and business acumen needed to lead at scale.
• Belief that people are the 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.
• Complete 3‑4 cross‑functional rotations over a 3‑year structured leadership program (8‑12 months per rotation) across Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, HR Business Partnering, Total Rewards, and/or Learning & Organizational Development.
• Lead and support high‑impact HR initiatives aligned to talent strategy, organizational design, and workforce planning.
• Partner with senior leaders to solve complex organizational challenges and drive scalable HR solutions aligned to enterprise growth.
• Participate in a Leadership Development Series focused on strategic thinking, executive presence, and enterprise leadership readiness.
• Deliver measurable business impact and progressively increase scope, influence and accountability across rotations.

Requirements

• Recent MBA (Class of 2023‑2026) in Human Resources or related field.
• 2‑3 years of professional experience (HR or related business experience preferred).
• Preferred experience in a Life Sciences organization or related business.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, strong analytical and communication skills, and a desire to grow into future leadership roles.

Benefits and Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company match that vests fully on day one; eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after three (3) months of employment; paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays; voluntary benefits such as flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long‑term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans; commuter benefits, family planning resources, well‑being initiatives, and peer‑to‑peer recognition programs.

Base Pay Range: $83,711 – $109,870 USD (subject to variation based on experience, skills, and geography).

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.