Commercial Management Trainee, Leadership Development Program

Legend Biotech US • Somerset, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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 Commercial Management Trainee, Leadership Development Program as part of the Commercial team based in Somerset, NJ.
Role Overview
The Early Career Leadership Program at Legend Biotech is a strategic, enterprise-focused development experience designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential professionals early in their careers. Rooted in our commitment to cultivating enterprise-minded, value-driven leaders, this program provides structured rotational exposure, executive mentorship, and real-time business impact across scientific, operational, and corporate functions.
Join us in redefining what’s possible and build a career where your growth and patient impact go hand in hand.
The Commercial Management Hi-Po Leadership Development Program at Legend Biotech is a 2–3-year enterprise leadership accelerator designed for high-potential MBA graduates who aspire to shape the future of biotech commercialization. This program develops leaders capable of translating scientific innovation into meaningful patient access and market impact.
Participants will complete three strategic rotations (8–12 months each) that may include Marketing, Market Access & Branding, Commercial Operations, Sales, and Business Insights & Analytics. Rotations are designed to provide both broad commercial exposure and the opportunity to pursue areas aligned with individual interests and development goals. Participants will develop the strategic, analytical, and leadership capabilities needed to influence commercial strategy and drive business growth
This structured program integrates high-impact business experiences, executive mentorship, and a Leadership Development Series focused on developing leaders at every level — from leading self and others to influencing senior stakeholders and driving enterprise-wide business outcomes.
At Legend Biotech, we believe our people are our greatest asset. This program reflects our unwavering commitment to professional development, career mobility, and long-term leadership growth; empowering early-career talent to take on meaningful challenges, expand their impact, and shape the future of our organization.

Requirements

• Recent MBA graduate (Class of 2023–2026) from a Military School
• Veteran status is preferred
• 3-5 years of professional experience demonstrating analytical and leadership capability.
• Background in life sciences, healthcare, marketing, sales, business analytics, or management consulting preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and aspiration to grow into future commercial and enterprise leadership roles.

Nice To Haves

• Veteran status is preferred
• Background in life sciences, healthcare, marketing, sales, business analytics, or management consulting preferred.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees