HR Operations Specialist

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 a HR Operations Specialist as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

The HR Operations Specialist has a key role within our HR Operations team, responsible for executing and optimizing HR processes and services to ensure the smooth functioning of the function. This position will be instrumental in maintaining accurate HR records, documentation, supporting employee onboarding and offboarding, and assisting in compliance and reporting efforts. The HR Operations Specialist will play a critical role in enhancing the overall employee experience and contributing to the organization's success by assisting with implementing efficient HR Operations processes and providing exceptional service to employees and HR. This position requires a detail-oriented and process-driven individual with strong analytical skills and a commitment to upholding HR best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management and optimization of HR processes to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate, current employee records and uphold data integrity within the HRIS system.
• Manage onboarding new employees, including facilitating orientation sessions and overseeing the I-9 Verification process.
• Administer the offboarding process, ensuring timely notification to relevant stakeholders and efficient completion of all required documentation.
• Manage and submit employee change requests, including manager changes, title updates, role changes ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Provide timely guidance on HR policies, procedures and programs to support a positive employee experience.
• Partner with different HR teams to address organizational priorities and improve HR processes.
• Support day-to-day HR Operations across Workday and additional systems e.g. Workhuman, Talent Hub ensuring data accuracy, efficient processes and seamless user experience.
• Participate in systems testing including Workday as part of release and enhancement process.
• Prepare and review HR documentation, perform data audits and generate reports as required.
• Contribute to HR initiatives, process improvement efforts, and special projects.
• Support the distribution of company and HR communications and maintain the HR SharePoint site as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience required; experience in fast-paced HR operations, cross-functional teams, and multi-site support preferred.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and employee information.
• Proficient in navigating multiple systems/applications.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative with a focus on quality and efficiency.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels and deliver excellent customer service.

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Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

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.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.