Director, RE Governance – Strategy

Johnson & Johnson

Director overseeing global real estate strategy and governance for DePuy Synthes' property portfolio. Leading strategic planning and ensuring transparency in real estate decision-making processes.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeNew Brunswick • Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $258,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global real estate strategy, governance, and portfolio management, with a strong focus on data-driven insights and performance metrics. Proven ability to influence senior leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.

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Corporate Real Estate ExperienceGlobal Portfolio StrategyGovernance Model DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Real Estate StrategyPortfolio PlanningPerformance MetricsKPI TrackingBusiness Case Development

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdvanced Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Level OperationsMarket TrendsDecision FrameworksWorkplace Design StandardsLong-Range Master Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain the global real estate strategy, aligned to DPS business priorities, footprint needs, and long-term growth objectives.
Lead portfolio-level planning, including scenario analysis, market trends, and strategic options to inform leadership decisions.
Ensure real estate strategy integrates workplace, site design standards, and long-range master planning.
Own and operate the global RE governance model, including decision rights, approval thresholds, and escalation paths.
Serve as the business case approval authority for major real estate investments, transactions, and strategic initiatives.
Establish and track global RE performance metrics, KPIs, and dashboards.
Provide leadership with data-driven insights on portfolio performance, cost, utilization, and execution effectiveness.
Partner closely with: Regional RE Delivery leaders, Property Services, Strategic Supplier Management, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Workplace teams.
Support enterprise transformations by providing clear strategy, governance, and execution guardrails.

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in corporate real estate, portfolio strategy, governance, or large-scale real estate programs
Experience operating at a global or enterprise level
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
Demonstrated experience operating at an enterprise or global level within a complex organization
Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business priorities into actionable real estate strategies
Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience developing governance models, policies, and decision frameworks.
Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
short- and long-term disability
business accident insurance
group legal insurance
consolidated retirement plan (pension)
savings plan (401(k))
long-term incentive program
120 hours of vacation per calendar year
40 hours of sick time per calendar year
13 days holiday pay including floating holidays per calendar year
up to 40 hours of work, personal and family time
480 hours of parental leave within one year of birth/adoption/foster care
30 days of condolence leave for an immediate family member, 5 days for an extended family member
10 days of caregiver leave
4 days of volunteer leave
80 hours of military spouse time-off