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Overview

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver breakthroughs of tomorrow and impact health for humanity. We are guided by Our Credo and provide an inclusive work environment where each person is treated as anindividual, with respect for diversity and dignity.

Job Function: Legal & Compliance
Job Sub Function: Law Business Partners
Job Category: Professional
All Job Posting Locations: New Brunswick, NJ; Raritan, NJ; Raynham, MA; West Chester, PA

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for Counsel, U.S. Commercial Programs. This Hybrid position will be located in Raynham, MA, New Brunswick, NJ, Raritan, NJ, or West Chester, PA. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions. If you accept this position, you would likely become an employee of DePuy Synthes following the transaction and be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, policies, and benefit plans. Details of any planned changes will be provided in due course and subject to necessary consultations.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance on U.S. commercial programs, including pricing, contracting, promotions, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Advise on compliance with U.S. healthcare laws and regulations (e.g., Anti‑Kickback Statute).
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including customer contracts and program terms and policies.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Health Care Compliance) to assess legal risk and develop practical, business‑focused solutions.
• Support development and implementation of compliant commercial strategies and promotional programs across the U.S. market.
• Serve on pricing and contracting governance committee to provide legal guidance on new commercial offerings and review exceptions from policy.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues to ensure consistent guidance.
• Contribute to training and education initiatives for commercial teams on legal and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school (required).
• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (required).

Experience and Skills

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant contracting legal experience, in‑house, government, or private practice, focused on U.S. general commercial, healthcare, or life sciences matters or government contracting.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience advising on healthcare regulatory and compliance issues affecting commercial programs.
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, actionable business guidance.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to influence and build relationships and consensus.

Preferred

• In‑house legal experience within a medical device, medtech, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or broader life sciences organization.
• Familiarity with U.S. medical device or medtech commercial models, including value‑based arrangements and customer programs.
• Experience supporting sales, marketing, or commercial operations teams.
• Prior experience advising on government contracting, pricing, or reimbursement‑related programs.

Other

• Language: English (required).
• Travel: Up to 10–15% domestic travel as business needs require.
• Certifications: None required beyond bar admission.

Johnson & Johnson is an 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 law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you require an accommodation in the interview process, please contact us through the official channels listed on jnj.com.

Benefits and Pay: This position may be eligible for the Company's long‑term incentive program. The base pay range is $122,000.00 – $212,750.00. Eligible employees may participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Additional Information

Benefits include time off such as Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Work/PERSONAL/FAMILY Time, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Caregiver Leave, Volunteer Leave, and Military Spouse Time‑Off. For more details, see the Company benefits information page.

Johnson & Johnson is an 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 federal, state or local law. We provide an inclusive interview process and accommodations upon request.

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