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<div class="content-intro">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&amp;D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide. &nbsp; Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson &amp; 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. &nbsp;</div>Legend Biotech is seeking a HR Project Management Specialist (Contractor) as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview The Project Management Specialist will support the planning, coordination, and execution of HR initiatives across the organization. This role partners closely with HR leadership, HR functional teams, and Finance to ensure HR projects delivering on time, within scope, and with accurate cost and operational governance. The role also owns several recurring HR operational processes and communication platforms, serving as a central point of coordination for HR programs, events, and administrative activities. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">HR Project Management &amp; Coordination <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support end-to-end project management for HR initiatives, including planning, timeline tracking, stakeholder coordination, and status reporting.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support HR functional teams in coordinating project activities to help ensure timely delivery and alignment with overall HR priorities.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Assist with maintaining project documentation, trackers, and action logs for HR programs.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">HR Communications &amp; Engagement <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support to facilitate the monthly HR newsletter, coordinating content contributions, timelines, and distribution.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Provide planning and logistics assistance for HR Global Quarterly Town Halls and U.S. Town Halls, including agenda coordination, speaker scheduling, and follow-up actions.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with the HR Employee Engagement Committee to support engagement initiatives and programs alongside HR leadership.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Financial &amp; Vendor Administration <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage HR purchase orders (POs) and vendor-related administrative processes.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support HR budget management, including monthly reconciliation with Finance, cost tracking, and ensuring accurate cost allocation.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Track HR expenses and provide visibility into budget status and variances.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">HR Operations &amp; Administrative Support <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage HR team expense processes, including expense reports and HR credit card administration and usage tracking.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Provide administrative and operational support for HR leadership, including select executive assistant–type activities as needed.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maintain and update organizational charts to reflect organizational changes.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Coordinate HR leadership meetings, including scheduling, materials preparation, and meeting logistics.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage HR share service access and folder organization.</li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">General HR Support <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support ad hoc HR operational and administrative tasks as needed to ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations.</li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Act as a reliable point of contact to connect HR, Finance, and cross-functional stakeholders.&nbsp;</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience</li> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">2–3 years of experience in project coordination, project management, HR operations, or a similar role.</li> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.</li> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">High attention to detail, especially related to budgeting, expense tracking, and documentation.</li> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li class="col-xs-12 no-horiz-padding" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with project tracking tools a plus.&nbsp;</li> </ul> #Li-BG1 #Li-Contract<div class="content-conclusion">Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. &nbsp; EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. &nbsp; Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>For information related to our privacy policy, please review:&nbsp;<a href="https://legendbiotech.com/privacy-policy-2/" target="_blank">Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.</a></div></div>