Head, Regulatory Affairs – Joints, Digital and Power Tools

Johnson & Johnson

Regulatory Affairs leader guiding global approvals for Johnson & Johnson’s orthopedic medical devices and digital technologies. Building strategy, teams, and compliance programs for Joints, Digital and Power Tools platforms.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeWest Chester • Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $196,000 - $342,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs for medical devices, with a strong focus on developing and implementing global regulatory strategies for advanced digital technologies. Proven leadership in managing multi-national teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while fostering talent development.

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Regulatory Affairs LeadershipGlobal Regulatory Strategy DevelopmentMedical Devices ExperienceDigital Technologies ExpertisePeople Management

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Hard Skills

Regulatory StrategyRegulatory ComplianceMedical Device RegulationsDigital TechnologiesRoboticsWearable DevicesData ScienceTechnical Due DiligenceProduct Launch SupportCross-Functional Collaboration

Soft Skills

LeadershipChange ManagementTalent DevelopmentInfluencing SkillsCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

B.A./B.S.M.S.J.D.Ph.D.M.D.

Industry Keywords

Orthopedic DevicesRegulatory AffairsGlobal Business PlansInnovation OpportunitiesClinical InsightsProfessional AssociationsTrade Associations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a key leader on the Joints, Digital and Power Tools Leadership Teams and DePuy Synthes Regulatory Affairs Leadership Team
Develop and implement the strategic vision and operational plans for the Regulatory Affairs team
Ensure timely regulatory clearances and registrations supporting key product launches and global business plans
Lead strategies for expeditious regulatory pathways for VELYS technologies in targeted markets
Develop and implement regulatory strategy for digital technologies, including robotics, sensors, wearables, and apps
Assess external innovation opportunities and conduct screening and technical due diligence
Partner with R&D and Platform leaders on pipeline development strategies
Supervise the global regulatory environment and assess impacts of changing regulations
Build an organization with appropriate talent and capabilities
Coordinate communication with global and regional/local regulatory agencies
Lead and balance resource allocation across critical projects
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Provide progress updates to business team members
Represent DePuy Synthes strategies in internal and external forums
Establish learning initiatives and train Platform personnel on regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a B.A./B.S. required
Minimum of 10 years of relevant medical devices regulatory affairs experience required
Previous experience with orthopedic devices highly preferred
Minimum of 5 years of people management experience required
Experience managing distributed, multi-national teams preferred
Senior leadership experience, including line management of multiple reporting levels, required
Proven success partnering and influencing across a cross-functional environment required
Proven track record formulating and implementing global regulatory strategies supporting strategic business objectives required
Previous experience with advanced digital technologies such as data science, wearable devices, sensors, and/or robotics required
Ability to demonstrate relations with key constituents to deliver tangible results and clinical insights required
Proven effective leadership and change management skills required
Ability to actively develop talent and culture to achieve results required
M.S., J.D., Ph.D. or M.D. is a plus
Experience working with professional and trade associations is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus in accordance with the applicable plan
Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year