Legal Operations Manager, Contracts & Privacy
Legend Biotech USA, Bridgewater, MA, United States
Legend Biotech is seeking a Legal Operations Manager, Contracts & Privacy
as part of the
Legal
team based in
Bridgewater, NJ . Role Overview
The Legal Operations Manager, Contracts & Privacy supports the Legal Department by managing day‑to‑day contract lifecycle administration, coordinating operational aspects of the company's Global Privacy program and assisting with legal operations processes and tools. This role is highly execution‑oriented and works closely with attorneys and cross‑functional partners to ensure efficient, compliant, and well‑organized legal workflows in a fast‑paced biotech environment. The position will coordinate closely with Legend Biotech's Chief Privacy Officer and reports to Legend Biotech's Deputy General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Lifecycle Administration
Coordinate the end‑to‑end contract process, including intake, routing, approvals, execution, and filing
Maintain and update contract records in the company's CLM system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data
Ensure contracts comply with company standards, regulatory requirements, and approval processes
Populate basic contract template agreements (e.g. NDAs, consulting agreements, etc.)
Track contract status, key dates (e.g., expirations, renewals), and obligations
Assist in maintaining contract templates, standard forms and clause libraries
Respond to internal inquiries regarding contract status and process
Perform other contracts‑related activities and tasks as assigned
Privacy Program Support
Support day‑to‑day operations of the company's Global Privacy program
Assist with privacy impact assessments, security risk assessments and other privacy reviews and documentation
Maintain records related to data processing activities and ensure compliance with data subject right requests
Help coordinate privacy training, awareness initiatives and policy updates
Track and elevate privacy‑related issues and requests to appropriate stakeholders
Organize and coordinate privacy champions meetings to ensure privacy requirements are understood and implemented
Coordinate implementation of data mapping plan to maintain up to data inventory, liaising with system/business owners, and assist with other EU GDPR operational matters
Track key privacy metrics (e.g., breaches report, PIAs conducted, DSARs received)
Assist with clinical trial privacy matters, including informed consent (ICF) updates, investigator/HCP notice, and related matters
Legal Operations Support
Maintain organized legal files, databases, and corporate records
Support subsidiary management across US & EU jurisdictions
Support reporting efforts by compiling basic KPIs, metrics and data for the Legal Team
Assist with invoice processing and vendor onboarding as needed
Support implementation and ongoing management of legal systems and tools
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
4+ years of experience in legal coordination, contract administration, paralegal support or legal operations
Experience with contract management systems or similar tools strongly preferred
Basic familiarity with data privacy concepts and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) is a plus
Strong organizational and administrative skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Effective communication and responsiveness
Ability to follow established processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Comfort working with systems, data and cross‑functional teams
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 notice, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Notice.
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as part of the
Legal
team based in
Bridgewater, NJ . Role Overview
The Legal Operations Manager, Contracts & Privacy supports the Legal Department by managing day‑to‑day contract lifecycle administration, coordinating operational aspects of the company's Global Privacy program and assisting with legal operations processes and tools. This role is highly execution‑oriented and works closely with attorneys and cross‑functional partners to ensure efficient, compliant, and well‑organized legal workflows in a fast‑paced biotech environment. The position will coordinate closely with Legend Biotech's Chief Privacy Officer and reports to Legend Biotech's Deputy General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Lifecycle Administration
Coordinate the end‑to‑end contract process, including intake, routing, approvals, execution, and filing
Maintain and update contract records in the company's CLM system, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data
Ensure contracts comply with company standards, regulatory requirements, and approval processes
Populate basic contract template agreements (e.g. NDAs, consulting agreements, etc.)
Track contract status, key dates (e.g., expirations, renewals), and obligations
Assist in maintaining contract templates, standard forms and clause libraries
Respond to internal inquiries regarding contract status and process
Perform other contracts‑related activities and tasks as assigned
Privacy Program Support
Support day‑to‑day operations of the company's Global Privacy program
Assist with privacy impact assessments, security risk assessments and other privacy reviews and documentation
Maintain records related to data processing activities and ensure compliance with data subject right requests
Help coordinate privacy training, awareness initiatives and policy updates
Track and elevate privacy‑related issues and requests to appropriate stakeholders
Organize and coordinate privacy champions meetings to ensure privacy requirements are understood and implemented
Coordinate implementation of data mapping plan to maintain up to data inventory, liaising with system/business owners, and assist with other EU GDPR operational matters
Track key privacy metrics (e.g., breaches report, PIAs conducted, DSARs received)
Assist with clinical trial privacy matters, including informed consent (ICF) updates, investigator/HCP notice, and related matters
Legal Operations Support
Maintain organized legal files, databases, and corporate records
Support subsidiary management across US & EU jurisdictions
Support reporting efforts by compiling basic KPIs, metrics and data for the Legal Team
Assist with invoice processing and vendor onboarding as needed
Support implementation and ongoing management of legal systems and tools
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
4+ years of experience in legal coordination, contract administration, paralegal support or legal operations
Experience with contract management systems or similar tools strongly preferred
Basic familiarity with data privacy concepts and regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) is a plus
Strong organizational and administrative skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Effective communication and responsiveness
Ability to follow established processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Comfort working with systems, data and cross‑functional teams
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 notice, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Notice.
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