Director, Market Access & Operations

Legend Biotech Corp • Somerset, NJ

42d • Onsite

About The Position

Legend Biotech is seeking a Director, Market Access & Operations as part of the Commercial team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview This role will support the development of Legend's Market Access, Pricing and Site Operations capabilities. Partnering with J&J, this role (and the newly formed team) will ensure a robust Legend position for all Market Access decisions, market dynamics and anticipated market trends. This role will be instrumental in helping forge Legend relationships with key stakeholders and organizations. The position will also ensure Legend Market Access readiness for future assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's required; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of the US pharmaceutical & biotech market; experience in oncology.
• Extensive knowledge of the US market access landscape.
• Minimum of 10-years of pharma marketing, sales or access experience.
• An ability to work effectively with and through others; cross functional leadership.
• Comfort with MS Office.
• Knowledge of core LEGEND systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the J&J Access team partners to find opportunities, implement existing tactics and achieve access goals.
• Leading Legend payer and key customer market access research initiatives.
• Support development of the value story for CARVYKTI.
• Support development of the annual strategic business plan for US.
• Developing field-level data tools and analytic capabilities to enhance local business planning and execution effectiveness.
• Provide practical field and business guidance on critical projects.
• Lead a number of critical business projects - landscape assessment, evolving trends, channel mix implications, etc..
• Help translate the voice of the customer into actionable strategies, ensuring that commercial efforts align with market demands as well as customer preferences and requirements.
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously, oversee project timelines, resources, and budgets to deliver successful outcomes.
• Spearhead new initiatives on behalf of the team to support the general upskilling of the organization.
• Perform an active role in brainstorming sessions with the cross-functional LT.
• Drive decision making related to project execution, including timelines, milestones and resource allocation within budget. Higher-level approvals are required for those related to significant budget allocations, strategic shifts, or major collaborations that have substantial financial or long-term implications.

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 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees