Workday HCM Functional Manager (Contractor)

Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Somerset
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

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 Workday HCM Functional Manager (Contractor) as part of the Human Resources team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview The role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the global Core HR module within Workday HCM. This role serves as the functional owner and subject matter expert (SME) for all Core HR-related configuration, ensuring Workday supports evolving business needs through scalable, compliant, and user-friendly solutions. The role will manage day-to-day configuration, coordinate system enhancements, support biannual Workday releases, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance employee and HR user experience globally. Contract Duration: 3-6 months Key Responsibilities Own and manage the global Workday Core HR module, including Core Compensation, Onboarding, and Security Administration. Lead configuration, testing, and deployment of updates and new capabilities within the Core HR module. Serve as the functional lead for Workday biannual releases — evaluating new features, managing regression testing, and coordinating deployment of approved functionality. Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), HR Operations, and IT to gather business requirements and translate them into Workday solutions. Manage the demand intake process for Core HR enhancements, ensuring clear prioritization and alignment with global HR strategy. Oversee security administration in Workday, ensuring proper governance, role-based access, and compliance. Serve as the Security Administrator responsible for creating new roles, maintaining role-based and user-based access, and ensuring security alignment with global policies. Own and manage all business and system controls related to Core HR, ensuring compliance, data integrity, and proper governance across global processes Maintain system documentation, process maps, and configuration guides to support ongoing operations and audits. Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation using Workday capabilities and best practices. Act as the decision-maker for configuration and design choices within the Core HR module, balancing global consistency with local compliance. Evaluate new Workday functionality and determine adoption recommendations based on business impact and readiness. Prioritize enhancement requests and ensure alignment with HRIS roadmap and governance processes. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Information Systems, or related field required. Minimum of 5 years of experience in HRIS or HR technology roles, with at least 4 years of hands-on Workday Core HCM configuration experience. Proven expertise in Core HR, including foundational data, worker structures, positions, job profiles, organizations, and security. Strong track record in Workday release management, testing coordination, and post-deployment validation. Demonstrated ability to manage global stakeholders and balance competing requirements. Advanced proficiency in: Workday Core HCM configuration and security Core Compensation and Onboarding setup Workday Business Processes, Condition Rules, and Calculated Fields Strong understanding of Workday security roles, domain policies, and user provisioning. Familiarity with testing frameworks and release management tools (e.g., Workday Sandbox, Jira, ServiceNow). Proficient in Excel and other tools for analysis and troubleshooting. Li-LB1 Li-Hybrid 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 vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company 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. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent employees. Contract employees 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. 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.

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