Senior Manager, Executive Talent Acquisition - Orthopedics
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- HR
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- Senior
- Employment
- Full-time
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- Enterprise
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Senior-level Talent Acquisition leader for executive hiring in Orthopaedics (DePuy Synthes). Requires ~8–10+ years in executive recruiting, experience with C‑suite/VP hiring and managing search firms. Remote in the U.S.; up to 20% travel.
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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 uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Human Resources Job Sub Function: HR Business Partners Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: California (Any City), New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description: We are searching for a Senior Manager, Executive TA, to be located in Raynham, MA, Raritan, NJ, West Chester, PA, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, Warsaw, IN or California United States. This is a remote role. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from any location to apply. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. Purpose : The Senior Manager, Executive TA is a Senior Talent Acquisition leader responsible for driving executive recruiting strategy and delivery for DePuy Synthes. This role partners closely with executive leadership, HR Business Partners, and the Global Talent Acquisition team to attract, assess, and secure senior‑level and critical leadership talent. The position has a direct impact on leadership capability, succession strength, and organizational performance during a period of transformation and growth. Key Responsibilities Lead end‑to‑end executive talent acquisition for senior leadership and mission‑critical roles, including intake, search strategy, assessment, and offer management. Partner with executive leaders and HR stakeholders to align executive hiring with business strategy and succession priorities. Develop and execute proactive executive sourcing strategies using market intelligence, networking, and targeted outreach. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on executive talent markets, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions. Manage relationships with external executive search firms, ensuring quality, consistency, and cost‑effective delivery. Ensure a high‑touch, confidential, and inclusive candidate experience throughout the executive recruitment lifecycle. Support executive pipeline development and succession planning in partnership with HR and Talent Management teams. Drive continuous improvement in executive recruiting processes, governance, and metrics. Where required to be managed locally: Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures. Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva. Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination. Where required to be managed locally: Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures. Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva. Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination. 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 actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. #LI-Hybrid #DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Business Alignment, Coaching, Employee Relations, Employee Retention, HR Business Partnership, HR Strategic Management, Human Resources Consulting, Human Resources Law, Interpersonal Influence, Organizational Change Management, Organizational Development (OD), Organizing, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Project Management, Talent Management, Technical Credibility The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $122,000.00 - $212,750.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
What you'll do
- Lead end‑to‑end executive talent acquisition for senior leadership and mission‑critical roles, including intake, search strategy, assessment, and offer management.
- Partner with executive leaders and HR stakeholders to align executive hiring with business strategy and succession priorities.
- Develop and execute proactive executive sourcing strategies using market intelligence, networking, and targeted outreach.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on executive talent markets, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions.
- Manage relationships with external executive search firms, ensuring quality, consistency, and cost‑effective delivery.
- Ensure a high‑touch, confidential, and inclusive candidate experience throughout the executive recruitment lifecycle.
- Support executive pipeline development and succession planning in partnership with HR and Talent Management teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in executive recruiting processes, governance, and metrics.
- Document handling, records management and compliance/admin tasks where required to be managed locally (print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, store/archive/retrieve HR documents, coordinate offsite storage, scan and name for Veeva, upload/submit filings, support audits).
What they require
- Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Master’s degree or MBA preferred
- Typically 8-10 years of progressive experience in executive recruiting, talent acquisition, or senior‑level HR roles
- Demonstrated experience leading executive searches within complex, global organizations
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership
- Proven expertise in executive sourcing, assessment, and candidate evaluation methodologies
- Experience managing executive search firms and external partners
- Languages: Fluent in English required
- Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international travel
Benefits
- Eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k))
- Eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program
- Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year (CO: 48 hours; WA: 56 hours)
- 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
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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