Associate Director, Regulatory Policy
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Blackpool Lancashire United Kingdom Leeds West Yorkshire United KingdomJob Description:
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for an Associate Director Regulatory Policylocatedin Zuchwil Switzerland.
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements.
While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
- Zuchwill Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-074453
- Diegem Belgium - Requisition Number: R-077643
- Blackpool or Leeds UK - Requisition Number: R-077646
- MA RAYNHAM or FL PALM BEACH GARDENS or PA WEST CHESTER US - Requisition Number: R-077651
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business toestablisha standalone orthopedics companyoperatingas DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation isanticipatedto be completed within 18 to24 months subject to legal requirements including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies as may berequired regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position it isanticipatedthat following conclusion of the transaction you would be an employee of DePuySynthesand your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes programs policies and benefit that case details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes atan appropriate timeand subject to any necessary consultation processes.
The Associate Director Regulatory Policy Compliance/Policy provides leadership and subjectmatterexpertisein regulatory policy and compliance supporting the development interpretation and implementation of global and regional regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in shaping regulatory policy positions ensuring consistent compliance and enabling informed decisionmaking across the organization. The position partners closely with Regulatory Affairs Quality Legal and business stakeholders to proactively manage regulatory risk and support sustainable business operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead regulatory policy and compliance activities ensuring alignment with applicable global regional and local regulatory requirements.
Interpret evolving regulatory policies and guidance and assess impact on products processes and business strategies.
Develop andmaintaininternal regulatory policies standards and guidance documents.
Provideexpert regulatory policy advice to crossfunctional stakeholders including Regulatory Affairs Quality and business leaders.
Support regulatory inspections audits and assessments related to policy and compliance topics.
Monitor regulatory trends andemergingrequirements proactivelyidentifyingrisks and opportunities.
Partnerwith global and regional teams to drive consistent application of regulatory policies.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen regulatory compliance and governance frameworks.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Regulatory Affairs Life Sciences Engineering Law ora relateddiscipline (required).
Advanced degree or professional certification in Regulatory Affairs or Compliance (preferred).
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Typically810 years of progressive experience in regulatory affairs regulatory policy or compliance within a regulated industry.
Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks and policy development.
Experience interpreting regulations and translating requirements into practical guidance.
Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders on regulatory policy matters.
Preferred:
Experience in medical devices healthcare or other highly regulated industries.
Exposure to regulatory inspections audits or authority interactions.
Experience working in a global or matrixed organization.
Demonstrated success driving regulatory or compliance process improvements.
Familiarity withUSEU MDRChinaand other major international regulatory frameworks.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical problemsolving and documentation skills.
Other requirements:
Language: English;additionalEuropean languages preferred.
Travel:Limited; occasional international travel as needed.
Certifications: RAC or equivalent preferred but not.
Johnson & Johnsonisan Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federalstateor local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who areprotectedveterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnsoniscommitted to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to requestan accommodation external applicants please contact us via internal employees contactAskGSto be directed to your accommodation resource.
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