Legend Biotech is seeking a Leadership Excellence & Acceleration Pathway Associate as part of the Commercial team based Remotely (Midwest Region).

Role Overview

The Leadership Excellence & Acceleration Pathway (LEAP) Associate is a selective, high-impact role designed to accelerate the development of the next generation of commercial leaders at Legend Biotech.

LEAP Associates participate in a structured, end-to-end commercial development experience spanning key commercial functions, paired with real accountability, senior leader exposure, and hands-on ownership of meaningful business work. The program is intentionally designed for high-potential professionals who have demonstrated strong execution, leadership maturity, and a desire to grow into broader commercial leadership roles within biotech.

Unlike traditional entry-level or functional roles, LEAP Associates are positioned as enterprise-minded contributors, expected to think strategically, execute rigorously, operate across functions, and continuously elevate how work gets done, including through modern, AI-enabled ways of working.

Upon successful completion, participants are expected to be ready for expanded-scope commercial roles within the organization.

Preferred Locations/Territories: 

• Chicago, IL
• Detroit, MI,
• Minneapolis, MN

Program Overview

• 18-24 month structured rotational development program.
• Exposure across core commercial functions such as: Field Sales, Marketing, Market Access.
• Embedded learning curriculum focused on:
  • End-to-end commercial strategy and execution.
  • Cross-functional leadership and influence.
  • Decision-making in complex, data-rich environments.
  • Responsible and practical application of AI in commercial work.
  • Ongoing mentorship, performance feedback, and senior leader engagement.

(Specific rotation assignments and sequencing will be determined based on business priorities and developmental needs.)

Key Responsibilities

• Across the program, LEAP Associates will be expected to:
• Drive execution by contributing to priority commercial initiatives and business-critical projects across functions.
• Translate strategy into action, supporting planning, analysis, and execution efforts that directly impact commercial performance.
• Operate cross-functionally, effectively partnering with Sales, Marketing, Market Access, Commercial Operations, and other stakeholders.
• Bring structure and insight to ambiguity, using data, judgment, and stakeholder input to support sound decision-making.
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability for outcomes—not just deliverables.
• Build influence without authority, navigating complex stakeholder environments with professionalism and credibility.
• Continuously elevate ways of working, including identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, rigor, and scalability.

AI-Enabled Ways of Working

A core expectation of the LEAP program is the development of applied AI fluency. LEAP Associates will:

• Leverage approved AI tools to support:
  • Commercial analysis and insight generation.
  • Planning and scenario evaluation.
  • Content development and communication.
  • Workflow efficiency and execution effectiveness.
• Apply AI responsibly and in alignment with company governance and standards.
• Identify and share best practices for integrating AI into everyday commercial work.
• Help translate AI-enabled capabilities to teams and stakeholders, supporting broader adoption and impact.

AI is treated as a practical leadership capability, not a theoretical skillset.

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5–7 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated track record of execution, ownership, and results delivery.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in biotech/pharma and commercial leadership pathways.

Preferred:

• Experience in disciplined, performance-driven environments (e.g., military service or similarly structured settings).
• Exposure to commercial, operational, analytical, or customer-facing roles.
• Experience using data, analytics, digital tools, or AI-enabled solutions to support decision-making.
• Comfort working in complex, matrixed organizations.

Developmental Opportunities:

• Exposure to senior leadership.
• Cross-functional rotations.
• Mentorship and coaching.
• Potential placement into full-time commercial roles upon program completion.

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Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps in care and develop differentiated products with a focus on novel mechanisms of action that enable meaningful advancements in patient outcomes. Our industry-leading neuroscience portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder, excessive daytime sleepiness associated with narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, and migraine, and multiple late-stage development programs addressing a broad range of serious neurological and psychiatric conditions that impact over 150 million people in the United States. Together, we are on a mission to solve some of the brain’s biggest problems so patients and their loved ones can flourish. For more information, please visit us at www.axsome.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

About This Role

Axsome Therapeutics is currently searching for a field based Long-Term Care (LTC) Specialty Account Manager (SAM) to drive LTC commercial activities for an assigned geography by executing marketing strategies to ensure a successful launch and make a meaningful difference through the execution of commercial activities.

SAMs will be responsible for product performance at a territory level and expected to be a disease state expert, product champion and an account specialist. The SAM will provide account management support and exhibit business knowledge of the local landscape to assess key stakeholders plus future trends within the marketplace.

Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drive product adoption in LTC facilities
• Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements
• Effectively call on LTC Care teams, building meaningful relationships across the entire LTC ecosystem: Psychiatrists, Neurologists, nurse practitioners, Physician assistants, Nurses and LTC staff, Closed-door pharmacies, clinical pharmacists, case managers and care coordinators.
• Develop a comprehensive and effective territory business plan inclusive of account plans for targeted LTC facilities aimed at achieving and exceeding quarterly & annual goals established by commercial leadership
• Promote within our approved labeling in a comprehensive, fair, and ethical manner that is consistent with industry specific and corporate legal and regulatory guidelines
• Develop strong customer relationships by better understanding the customer’s needs
• Serve as a resource/consultant to customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes (i.e., eligibility and benefit verification, prior-authorization, and appeals/denials)
• Navigate Market Access and Reimbursement. LTC SAMs must understand: payer requirements, pharmacy fulfillment processes, patient access programs, reimbursement tools such as cover my meds
• Maximize use of marketing resources to maintain and develop customer relationships for the purpose of growing the customers’ confidence to prescribe Axsome medications for appropriate patients
• Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management
• Provide feedback to sales and commercial leadership, colleagues, marketing, and other internal departments about changing environment and results
• Successfully complete all training classes in a timely manner
• Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion
• Manage efforts within assigned promotional budget
• Effectively collaborate across all corporate functions
• Attend medical congresses and society meetings as needed
• Ensure timely access for patients through patient services and savings programs
• Overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications / Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 
• Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical/biotech sales experience, including 2+ years in LTC or account-based selling environments
• Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding results, including Top 10% or Elite/President’s Club performance
• Launch experience strongly preferred 
• Must live within the geography of the assigned territory
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, utilizing differential resources to achieve business goals 
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks concurrently under accelerated timelines in a dynamic environment 
• Ability to thrive with ambiguity and business environments with high expectations
• Patient support services experience a plus 
• Strong digital marketing aptitude 
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills 
• Frequent driving, including extended periods of time behind the wheel
• Prolonged sitting and standing as part of daily job functions
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30lbs regularly
• Overhead reaching required to close and secure liftgates or similar equipment

Salary & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000. We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities. The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package.

Axsome is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Axsome Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party recruitment agencies and will not pay placement fees for unsolicited candidates that are sent to hiring managers, the HR team or other Axsome team members. Only approved vendors who have been explicitly asked to support a specific search will receive access to our Applicant Tracking System to submit candidates for consideration.