Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract)
Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Somerset
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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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 Talent Acquisition
Specialist as part of the Talent Acquisition team based in
Somerset, NJ. Role Overview Talent Acquisition Specialist is
responsible for attracting and engaging top talent to deliver
positive business outcomes. This individual will execute
recruitment strategies partnering with HRBP and Hiring Managers to
identify and fill vacancies and proactively pipeline talent. Key
Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruitment activities to ensure
successful talent acquisition from sourcing strategy, execution,
screening, interviewing, pre-selecting, offer
management/negotiation, hiring and onboarding. Execute talent
sourcing strategies and build pipeline of passive talent to meet
current or anticipated talent needs. Proactively build and develop
relationships with hiring managers, HRBP, and cross functional
teams to deliver talent needs, provide consultation, and improve
efficiency. Educate business clients in the use of interviewing
techniques, recommended resources, assessing and evaluating
applicants, and other best practices. Consult with the Total
Rewards team to manage offer recommendations by providing
expectation, market trend, and any appropriate documentation
culminating in extending the offer to the candidate. Participate
and contribute to developing innovative attraction and engagement
strategies. Participate in projects related to the TA processes,
systems/tools, procedures, and compliance. Participate and assist
with branding initiative and university recruiting efforts. Create
an environment of equal employment opportunity, diversity, and
competitive advantage resulting in high-performing, diverse teams.
Requirements A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Human
Resources. Minimum 1 years of previous experience as a recruiter.
Experience recruiting within one or more in any of the following
areas is preferred: Research & Development, Clinical Development,
Early Drug Development, Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory
Affairs, Commercial, Medical Affairs. Experience in full life cycle
recruitment. Demonstrated ability to source passive talent.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong
ability to establish and maintain relationships. Ability to
influence goals, objectives and deadlines in a dynamic and fast
paced environment. Ability to influence on the overall objectives
and long-term goals of the Talent Acquisition organization.
Knowledge of Employment and EEO laws and regulations. Li-NP1
Li-Hybrid Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to
permanent full-time 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. For information related to our privacy
policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.
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