HR Leader – Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson

HR Leader managing people strategy and programs for the Spine Global Business Unit at DePuy Synthes. Partnering with leadership to drive talent outcomes and organizational engagement.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRaynham • Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading HR strategies and programs that align with business priorities, focusing on talent management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning. Proven ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights while maintaining strong cross-functional collaboration and communication with senior leadership.

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HR Strategy DevelopmentExecutive-Level Business PartneringTalent ManagementAnalytical Problem-SolvingCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Talent StrategyWorkforce PlanningOrganizational EffectivenessLeadership DevelopmentFinancial AcumenData SynthesisProgram ExecutionGovernanceQuality AssuranceChange Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationInfluencing SkillsJudgment and DiscretionAttention to DetailAdaptability

Industry Keywords

HR ProgramsBusiness PrioritiesMarket TrendsStakeholder ManagementSenior Leadership Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The HR Leader, Spine Global Business Unit, is responsible for setting and leading the people strategy, design, governance, and delivery of HR programs supporting the Spine organization globally.
Reporting to the Head of HR, Spine Sports, and CMF Global Business Unit, this role serves as a strategic partner to the Spine Global Leadership teams to drive talent outcomes aligned to business priorities.
The role provides leadership across talent strategy, organization effectiveness, workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational engagement ensuring alignment to business strategy, financial performance, and enterprise priorities.
The HR Leader ensures execution of HR programs with rigor, consistency, and impact, while continuously monitoring external market trends and internal business needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred.
Minimum of 6+ years of progressive HR experience, including business partnering at the executive level and leading enterprise talent strategies.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence leaders and translate complex people topics into actionable insights.
Ability to create executive-ready narratives and materials for senior leadership audiences.
Demonstrated presence, judgment, and discretion when advising leaders on sensitive organizational and talent matters.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities, with business and financial acumen.
Ability to synthesize complex inputs (talent data, business strategy, financial metrics, and workforce trends) into clear recommendations.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in deliverables and execution.
Ability to operate with pace, rigor, and sound judgment in a dynamic, high-visibility environment.
Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with Finance to align talent strategy with financial outcomes and business performance.
Proven ability to lead multiple complex workstreams and deliver results in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to influence outcomes through partnership and governance.
Ability to build credibility quickly with senior leaders and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 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