Employee Experience & Program Manager

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 Employee Experience & Program Manager as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

We're building something special - the creation of a new Culture & People Experience function focused on enhancing team connections, amplifying employee voices, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. As our first Employee Experience & Program Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping how we bring our culture to life through employee resource networks (ERNs), engagement programs, and employer initiatives.

This is a manager-level, hands-on role ideal for someone who loves building, connecting, and making things happen across regions and teams. You won't own the world - but you will help bring it together

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Resource Networks (ERNs) Strategy & Operation:
  
  • Manage and grow our global ERN framework - providing ERN leaders with the tools, guidance, and support to thrive
  • Serve as a central point of contact across regions for ERN planning, collaboration, and resource-sharing
  • Partner with ERN executive sponsors and HRBPs to align programming with our values and culture goals
  • Drive and transform the operations of the Employee Resource Network and various committees with the ability to solicit input, influence, and support decision-making
• Engagement & Culture Initiatives:
  
  • Support key employee engagement programs - surveys, listening channels, recognition, cultural moments
  • Partner with regional teams to connect local engagement efforts into a cohesive employee experience
  • Assist in planning global events and campaigns that promote belonging, visibility, and participation
  • Conduct regular (monthly) team meetings to discuss project status, share best practices, and encourage professional development
• Employer Branding & Communication:
  
  • Work with Internal Comms to promote employer branding and cultural initiatives
  • Curate employee stories and share wins that celebrate our people and values
  • Create toolkits, templates to make participation easy and inclusive
• Other responsibilities:
  
  • Monitor ERN health and engagement metrics, and create clear summaries
  • Collect feedback, track trends, and recommend improvements. Develop and create written content to enhance employee experience. Present findings and recommended solutions to the leadership team to gain their support and approval.
  • Manage external vendors to support cultural programs
  • Assist with tracking budget use and spending planning
  • Others being assigned/initiated
• Decision Making:
  
  • Make decisions related to project/program execution, including timelines, milestones and resource allocation within budget. Higher-level approvals are required for those related to significant budget allocations, strategic shifts, or major collaborations that have substantial financial or long-term implications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Marketing, or Communications.
• 5-7 years of experience leading employee experience, employee engagement, communications, or program management roles.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role, preferably within a biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build collaborative relationships across all organizational levels, with the capacity to deliver program updates diplomatically and professionally.
• Experience with employee resource networks or employee-led groups.
• Background in internal communications, event planning, or branding.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to convey findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to collaborate effectively across diverse time zones and cultures. Proven track record of successfully managing projects that involve cross-cultural collaboration and remote team dynamics.
• Strong ability to inspire and mentor team members, fostering an environment that encourages individuals to achieve their highest potential.
• Nice to have experience in managing AI tools to enhance employee experiences

Why This Role Matters

This role is a unique opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up, while collaborating with passionate teams around the world. You'll help connect people to purpose, culture to action, and employees to each other.

You'll be joining a team that believes culture is co-created - and your voice will help shape how we grow.

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The anticipated base pay range is:

$123,605—$162,232 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.