Leadership Excellence & Acceleration Pathway Associate

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 RD 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 Leadership Excellence Acceleration Pathway Associate as part of the Commercial team based remotely . Role Overview The Leadership Excellence Acceleration Pathway (LEAP) Associate is a selective, high-impact role designed to accelerate the development of the next generation of commercial leaders at Legend Biotech. LEAP Associates participate in a structured, end-to-end commercial development experience spanning key commercial functions, paired with real accountability, senior leader exposure, and hands-on ownership of meaningful business work. The program is intentionally designed for high-potential professionals who have demonstrated strong execution, leadership maturity, and a desire to grow into broader commercial leadership roles within biotech. Unlike traditional entry-level or functional roles, LEAP Associates are positioned as enterprise-minded contributors, expected to think strategically, execute rigorously, operate across functions, and continuously elevate how work gets done, including through modern, AI-enabled ways of working. Upon successful completion, participants are expected to be ready for expanded-scope commercial roles within the organization. Program Overview 18-24 month structured rotational development program. Exposure across core commercial functions such as: Field Sales, Marketing, Market Access. Embedded learning curriculum focused on: End-to-end commercial strategy and execution. Cross-functional leadership and influence. Decision-making in complex, data-rich environments. Responsible and practical application of AI in commercial work. Ongoing mentorship, performance feedback, and senior leader engagement. (Specific rotation assignments and sequencing will be determined based on business priorities and developmental needs.) Key Responsibilities Across the program, LEAP Associates will be expected to: Drive execution by contributing to priority commercial initiatives and business-critical projects across functions. Translate strategy into action, supporting planning, analysis, and execution efforts that directly impact commercial performance. Operate cross-functionally, effectively partnering with Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Commercial Operations, and other stakeholders. Bring structure and insight to ambiguity, using data, judgment, and stakeholder input to support sound decision-making. Demonstrate ownership and accountability for outcomes—not just deliverables. Build influence without authority, navigating complex stakeholder environments with professionalism and credibility. Continuously elevate ways of working, including identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, rigor, and scalability. AI-Enabled Ways of Working A core expectation of the LEAP program is the development of applied AI fluency. LEAP Associates will: Leverage approved AI tools to support: Commercial analysis and insight generation. Planning and scenario evaluation. Content development and communication. Workflow efficie ... (truncated, view full listing at source)