Sr. Manager US Payroll

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and one day curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater New Jersey we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies including autologous allogeneic and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) T-cell receptor (TCR-T) natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites we are committed to discovering and developing safe effective and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. Manager US Payroll as part of the HR Operations & Compliance team based inBridgewater NJ.

Role Overview

The Senior Manager US Payroll is responsible for leading the end-to-end payroll function for US ensuring the accuratetimely and compliant processing of multi-state payroll for all employees. This role provides strategic leadership and end-to-end operational ownership of U.S. payroll operations ensuring the accurate timely and compliant processing of multi-state payroll.

The Senior Manager is responsible for leading payroll governance compliance systems administration controls andcontinuous process improvement while serving as the subject matter expert for payroll operations. This role partnersclosely with Human Resources Finance Accounting Tax Benefits Compensation Legal and external vendors to deliver anefficient compliant and employee-focused payroll function. The Senior Manager is accountable for executing the fullpayroll lifecycle identifying opportunities to enhance processes and controls mitigating operational risk and supportingbusiness initiatives that impact payroll.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and execute the end-to-end processing of multi-state bi-weekly payroll ensuring accurate timely andcompliant payroll delivery.
• Process and oversee all payroll activities including off-cycle payments bonuses equity garnishments benefitdeductions tax updates retroactive pay and leave payments.
• Perform payroll reconciliations resolve complex payroll issues and ensure payroll balances accurately before andafter each payroll cycle.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local payroll regulations wage and hour laws SOX controls andcompany policies.
• Maintain payroll controls governance documentation and audit readiness while identifying and mitigating operational risk.
• Manage year-end payroll activities including W-2 processing tax reporting reconciliations and regulatory filings.
• Partner with internal and external auditors to support payroll audits and compliance initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance payroll accuracy efficiency automation and employee experience.
• Lead payroll system enhancements testing and process optimization efforts.
• Partner with HRIS IT and cross-functional teams to improve integration reporting data integrity and payroll workflows.
• Serve as the payroll subject matter expert and trusted advisor to HR Finance Accounting Tax Compensation Benefits Legal Internal Audit and business leaders.
• Support organizational initiatives acquisitions reorganizations and policy changes impacting payroll operations.
• Develop payroll communications and resolve complex or escalated payroll inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide functional leadership for U.S. Payroll Operations establishing standards driving accountability and promoting operational excellence.
• Where applicable coach mentor and develop payroll team members support cross-training and ensure continuity of payroll operations.
• Prepare and analyze payroll tax labor and headcount reports dashboards and key performance metrics.
• Identify trends risks and opportunities providing insights and recommendations to improve payroll operations and support business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in HR Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
• 8-10 years of progressive payroll experience including leadership of complex multi-state U.S. payroll operations.
• Experience supporting payroll operations within a publicly traded and/or SOX-compliant environment preferred.
• Experience with Workday Payroll and/or Workday HCM strongly preferred.
• Experience leading payroll system implementations enhancements or transformation initiatives preferred.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred.
• Expert knowledge of U.S. payroll operations payroll tax regulations wage and hour laws and multi-state payroll administration.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance internal controls audit practices and payroll governance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex payroll operations within a large fast-paced organization.
• Strong leadership coaching and talent development skills with experience leading high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll systems HRIS platforms (Workday preferred) payroll pro-viders (OSV preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential employee and payroll in-formation.

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Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair transparent and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

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.