HRBP, Research

Overview

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 has a global collaboration with Janssen to jointly develop and commercialize cilta-cel for multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking HRBP, Research as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ
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The HR Business Partner will be part of Legend’s global HR organization, reporting to the HR Business Partner Head for the respective Business Units. The individual will act as a trusted advisor to functional leaders to drive business success through people-focused solutions. This role focuses on talent management, workforce planning, organizational design, employee experience, change management and advancing people strategy.

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support Legend’s strategic objective and growth trajectory
• Translate business needs into HR solutions that drive performance and engagement
• Identify critical capabilities and lead initiatives to build a future-ready workforce
• Provide guidance to leaders on HR matters, including talent management, organizational design, and change management
• Leverage data insights to support workforce planning, identify trends, inform decision-making, and track HR metrics
• Be the first point of escalation for leaders on people-related topics, providing expert advice, guidance and support (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, etc.)
• Collaborate with Talent Development and Talent Acquisition teams to execute talent strategy, focusing on developing internal talents and succession planning for key positions
• Partner with other HR Business Partners and HR Centers of Excellence to lead change management initiatives in support of transformation and growth initiatives
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues; conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
• Analyze trends and metrics with HR COEs to develop HR-related solutions, programs and policies and measure effectiveness of HR initiatives
• Partner with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition and other functions to attract, develop and retain top talent
• Mitigate organizational risk through proactive employee relations, conflict resolution and policy management
• Champion Legend’s values and culture, fostering an inclusive and high-performance environment
• Contribute to and influence decisions on headcount planning and team structures; recommend and co-lead changes in org structure/design
• Advise on employee relations issues and, when needed, escalate to Legal
• Input on compensation proposal for internal/external offers based on compensation data and internal equity

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field required
• Master’s degree preferred
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred
• 5+ years of HR experience as HR Generalist or HR Business Partner; experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry highly preferred
• Understanding of HR legal compliance requirements and HR programs aligned to business objectives
• Expert level experience in employee relations
• Proven influencing, decision-making and resilience skills
• Strong interpersonal, writing, communication, organizational, project management and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a changing environment and help lead others through change
• Proficient in Microsoft Office;
  Smartsheet; HRIS (Workday highly preferred)

The anticipated base pay range is $107,482 USD - $141,070 USD.

Legend Biotech offers a best-in-class benefits package designed to support well-being, financial stability and long-term career growth.…