Patent Counsel/Senior Patent Counsel
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and curing life-threatening diseases. The company is advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Their 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. The company is headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, with research and development sites in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Somerset, New Jersey.
The Patent Counsel/Senior Patent Counsel will be part of the Legal team, reporting directly to the Global Head of Intellectual Property. This individual will drive strategic IP procurement and management of global intellectual property, including drafting and prosecuting patent portfolios, working with outside counsel, and serving as a key legal partner on business development, licensing, collaboration, acquisition, and other strategic transactions. The role is hybrid, with expectations of some travel between Legend's headquarters in Bridgewater, NJ, and R&D locations in Philadelphia, PA, and Somerset, NJ.
Key responsibilities include managing the prosecution of active global dockets, handling U.S. and foreign patent applications, and post-grant proceedings. The role also involves conducting due diligence assessments, freedom-to-operate analyses, infringement and validity analyses, and risk evaluation and mitigation strategies. Additionally, the Patent Counsel/Senior Patent Counsel will review, draft, and negotiate intellectual property provisions in various commercial, research, development, manufacturing, collaboration, licensing, and other corporate agreements.
The ideal candidate should have large molecule expertise, including antibody and process development experience. Experience in cell and gene therapy and gene therapy platforms is a plus. The role requires a deep understanding of patent law and the competitive landscape, as well as the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders at all levels across research, development, and commercialization phases. The candidate should be capable of influencing business leaders as a trusted advisor and thought partner.
Compensation details are not specified in the provided information. Benefits and perks typically include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid parental leave, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation, personal, sick, and floating holidays. Additional benefits may 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. Voluntary benefits may also include commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs.
Legend Biotech fosters a culture of scientific excellence, learning, and belonging. The company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees feel valued for their unique perspectives. Employees are encouraged to contribute to the development of safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.