Engagement Manager

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 entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize 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.

Legend Biotech is seeking an Employee Engagement Manager as part of the Technical Operations team based in Raritan, NJ
. Join our dynamic team at Legend Biotech as we expand our manufacturing site in Raritan, New Jersey! We are looking for a dedicated and action-oriented Employee Engagement Manager to lead our engagement initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the overall activities of our engagement strategies that enhance employee engagement across the organization. You will have the opportunity to shape our company culture, align it with Legend's mission and goals, and foster a collaborative and productive work environment.

This position will report directly to site GM/VP of Manufacturing day to day with a dotted line to the Global Head of Culture & People Experience & AD of HR, Raritan Site.

• Champion and lead the employee engagement program to cultivate a vibrant culture that empowers and inspires every employee, enhancing their experience and commitment to the company’s shared vision.
• Craft and execute programs that celebrate Rewards and Recognition, foster Employee Development, and enhance Employee Communications.
• Drive and transform the operations of the engagement teams with the ability to solicit input, influence, and support decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, including the site leadership team, people leaders, and HR Business Partners, to deliver programs and activities based on key priorities and initiatives related to engagement activities.
• Conduct employee engagement surveys, focus groups, and feedback mechanisms to assess sentiment, identify trends, and design targeted interventions for ongoing improvement.
• Utilize data-driven insights, including employee survey and feedback, to evaluate and enhance employee engagement initiatives. Identify trends and optimize communication strategies to ensure employees receive the right messages at the right time and through appropriate channels.
• Develop and create written content to enhance employee engagement. Present findings and recommended solutions to the site leadership team to gain their support and approval.
• Monitor team progress and performance metrics, providing guidance and support as needed to meet organizational goals.
• Compile and analyze findings from team activities, preparing comprehensive reports for the Site Leadership Team.
• Conduct regular (monthly) engagement team meetings to discuss project status, share best practices, and encourage professional development.
• Facilitate communication between team members and the site leadership to promote transparency and address any challenges that arise.
• Develop innovative internal communication channels and methods to enhance transparency and drive awareness of key initiatives.
• Lead internal communication efforts to ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with employee engagement initiatives, plans, and programs.
• Craft compelling messaging for company-wide communications, including leadership announcements, email updates, presentations, and all-hands meetings.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and standards while promoting a culture of safety and…