Sr. Director, Corporate Communications

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.

Legend Biotech is seeking Sr. Director, Corporate Communications as part of the Corporate Communications team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

Corporate communications professionals deal with external public relations at the corporate level by increasing brand exposure by engaging industry editors, journalists and other stakeholders. The candidate will:

• strategize to maximize quality and frequency of exposure, build brand awareness and create inroads with industry influencers, from patient advocacy organizations to our partners;
• draft press releases and other key external communications that are not addressed by IR, and distribute such communications to applicable external audiences;
• conduct media interviews with key trade and mainstream media, at minimum;
• manage the company's website and social media channels to create a consistent and streamlined public-facing identity;
• draft and manage internal communications, crafting and distributing timely memos and newsletter that keep employees up to date and informed of operational milestones;
• execute and manage internal "town halls" held at a regular frequency;
• manage external vendors, as needed;
• monitor and keep abreast of news in the media involving the Company and the Company's peers and competitors, and provide related reporting to senior management;
• coordinate external communications with collaboration partners as needed; and
• for all internal and external communications, manage internal reviews and approvals of such communications in compliance with the Company's policies and procedures.

Additionally, a successful candidate should establish the communications function, using all available channels to keep stakeholders abreast of Legend Biotech and its activities and create the iterative processes required to ensure that all relevant materials are reviewed in auditable manner.

The candidate should be able to work independently in a cross-functional environmental and manage our internal partners (i.e. business function heads), external partners, and journalists.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and other digital properties for the company, including investors.legendbiotech.com, and apply SEO and data management guidelines, where appropriate.
• Prepare press releases for company's milestones, other key external communications and accompanying material
• Prepare internal memos
• Handle inquiries from media, journalists
• Plan and execute town hall meetings
• Manage document repository and review platform
• Prepare and execute social media posts
• Maintain alignment with key collaboration partner

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably business administration, finance, or communications
• A minimum of 15 year relevant work experience in corporate communications role
• Knowledge of MS Office applications, especially good at EXCEL, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of financial modeling techniques and valuation methods
• A strong understanding of capital markets, as well as a thorough understanding of key metrics for companies in the biopharma industry
• Good team player
• Strong communication skills in both written and verbal
• Able to perform in a high-pressure environment, and be able to meet tight deadlines

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The anticipated base pay range is:

$187,989—$246,735 USD

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

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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.