Director, CEE, Distributor & TPI Markets

Johnson & Johnson

Director, CEE Markets providing strategic legal counsel across Central & Eastern Europe for DePuy Synthes. Leading legal team and managing compliance risks across a highly regulated environment.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timePrague • CzechiaLead💰 CZK 2,286,000 - CZK 3,944,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks relevant to healthcare and medtech industries, with a strong focus on third-party risk management and compliance. Proven ability to lead legal teams, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver pragmatic legal advice in complex, multinational environments.

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Bachelor's Degree In LawAdvanced Legal Qualification Or Bar Admission10–12+ Years Legal ExperienceStrong Negotiation SkillsFluent English

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Hard Skills

Commercial LawContract LawRegulatory FrameworksThird-Party Risk ManagementAnti-Corruption ComplianceCompetition LawRisk AssessmentProblem SolvingDecision MakingLegal Advisory

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationInfluencing StakeholdersMentoring

Tools & Technologies

AIAutomationDigital Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

JD/LLB Or EquivalentAdvanced Legal Qualification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare LawsCompliance RegulationsMultinational EnvironmentsDistributor ModelsTPI Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic legal counsel to business leaders across CEE distributor and TPI markets, enabling compliant commercial execution
Lead and develop a high-performing legal team responsible for distributor and TPI markets, fostering collaboration and alignment with organizational priorities
Champion the transformation of legal service delivery through the effective use of AI, automation, digital platforms, and emerging technologies
Reimagine legal workflows and operating models to deliver legal services more efficiently to drive greater business value
Serve as the primary legal advisor for DePuy Synthes in CEE and for distributor and TPI markets advising senior business and functional leaders on legal and compliance matters
Advise on and support contracting, negotiation, and structuring of distributor, agency, and third‑party intermediary arrangements
Ensure compliance with healthcare laws, anti‑corruption regulations, competition/antitrust laws, and industry codes across multiple jurisdictions
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks associated with distributor and indirect go‑to‑market models
Partner with Compliance to design and implement policies, controls, and training related to third‑party risk management
Support investigations, audits, and remediation activities involving distributors or third‑party intermediaries
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Compliance teams to support business strategy
Drive consistency in legal standards, templates, and governance practices across CEE markets
Lead or support regional strategic initiatives, including market expansion, new business models, and organizational transformation
Manage external counsel and oversee legal budget and resource allocation for the region

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Law required (JD/LLB or equivalent)
Advanced legal qualification or bar admission required
Significant legal experience, typically 10–12+ years, including leadership accountability in complex, multinational environments
Experience leading or mentoring legal teams or acting as a functional leader
Knowledge of third ‑ party risk management frameworks and compliance programs
Strong negotiation skills in complex, multi ‑ country agreements
Strong expertise in commercial law, contract law, and regulatory frameworks relevant to healthcare or medtech industries
Proven experience advising on distributor and third ‑ party intermediary models in international markets
Deep understanding of anti ‑ corruption, competition law, and compliance requirements in emerging markets
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide pragmatic, business ‑ focused legal advice
Strong risk assessment, problem ‑ solving, and decision ‑ making capabilities
Experience working in matrixed, cross ‑ functional environments with global teams
Fluent English required; additional CEE language(s) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year or sales commissions
vacation days
parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks
bereavement leave
caregiver leave
volunteer leave
well-being reimbursement
programs for financial, physical and mental health
service anniversary and recognition awards
subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans