PMO Analyst Coordinator (Contractor)

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 PMO Analyst Coordinator (Contractor) as part of the IT team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and assertive Project Coordinator / PMO Analyst on a contract basis to support project governance, reporting, and delivery oversight for a high-visibility program. This role will ensure timelines, deliverables, and quality standards are met by coordinating across internal teams, vendors, and leadership stakeholders, while driving accountability. The role also requires strong creative skills to prepare executive presentations, leadership newsletters, and other high-impact communications, as well as supporting budgeting, project spend tracking, business case preparation, and roadmap development.

Contract Duration : 6-12 months

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and enforce project governance processes, templates, and reporting cadence.
• Prepare and consolidate weekly status reports , Steering Committee updates, and leadership communications.
• Coordinate and facilitate weekly project meetings, capturing actions and ensuring timely closure.
• Track milestones, deliverables, and dependencies across delivery and vendor teams.
• Escalate delays or risks promptly and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Design and deliver polished, visually engaging presentations, newsletters, and program updates for leadership and stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and project spend tracking , ensuring alignment with approved allocations.
• Assist in business case preparation , cost-benefit analysis, and financial justification for initiatives.
• Help prepare and maintain the program roadmap and ensure updates are reflected in governance forums.
• Maintain RAID logs, project plans, and documentation repositories.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project coordination or PMO experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong understanding of project governance, status reporting, and meeting facilitation.
• Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and Excel , with proven creative presentation design skills .
• Hands-on experience with MS Project or Smartsheet for project scheduling and tracking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to be firm and assertive .
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under tight deadlines.
• PMP or Prince2 certification preferred.
• Experience in life sciences, biotech, or other regulated industries preferred.
• Skills in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe) for enhanced presentation and newsletter creation preferred.

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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.