Director, Learning & Development at Legend Biotech US in Somerset, NJ

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 Director, Learning & Development as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview The Director of Learning & Development (L&D) is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and driving the enterprise-wide learning strategy to build long-term organizational capability. This role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of global and regional learning programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and business performance. The Director leads a high-performing team, partners with senior leaders, and cultivates a culture of continuous learning across all levels of the organization. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead a comprehensive global L&D strategy that supports current and future talent needs. Partner with executive leadership to align learning initiatives with long-term business goals Oversee planning, development, and delivery of all corporate learning programs. Establish governance, quality standards, and evaluation frameworks for learning programs. Lead enterprise leadership development strategy for managers, HIPOs, successors, and executives. Partner with OD and HRBPs to integrate L&D programs with succession planning, performance management, and capability frameworks. Use data-driven insights to improve program design and inform strategic decisions. Partner with Head of Culture, HR Business Partners, and Corporate Communications to amplify key development initiatives, corporate culture programs, and engagement campaigns. Manage and develop a global L&D team. Oversee strategic  partnership with external vendors, consultants, and content providers if applicable. Requirements Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred 8–12+ years HR/L&D leadership experience. Certifications such as DiSC, MBTI, Hogan, or coaching credentials preferred. Expertise in adult learning, instructional design, and leadership development. Strong executive communication and facilitation skills. Experience leading global initiatives and teams. High proficiency in LMS and digital learning technologies. #Li-LB1 #Li-Hybrid The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws. Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles. Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary 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 voluntary 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. Pay Range (Base Pay): $193,629—$254,137 USD Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. 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