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Salary: USD 94,000 - 151,800 / annual
Johnson & Johnson is seeking an HR Leader, US Commercial to lead employee relations for the Orthopaedics business (operating as DePuy Synthes following a planned separation). This hybrid role is based in one of five US locations: Raynham, MA; Raritan, NJ; West Chester, PA; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; or Warsaw, IN, with remote options considered on a case-by-case basis.
Reporting to the Head HR Global Trauma, you will serve as the primary employee relations subject-matter expert for a large, complex commercial and field sales organization. You will independently manage complex and sensitive employee relations cases from intake through resolution, including investigations, disciplinary actions, performance concerns, workplace conflicts, grievances, and policy violations.
Key responsibilities include: serving as the primary ER subject-matter expert providing guidance on policy interpretation, performance management, and corrective action; independently managing high-risk ER matters; planning and conducting objective, thorough workplace investigations; interpreting and applying company policies and US employment law to ensure fair and compliant practices; advising leaders and HR partners on ER risk and recommended actions; providing guidance on organizational changes and workforce actions; identifying case trends and translating insights into recommendations; maintaining accurate case documentation; developing and facilitating training and coaching for leaders and HR partners; and building effective partnerships across the matrixed organization.
You will work closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders, Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders to deliver fair, consistent, timely, and business-focused solutions. The role requires managing multiple priorities, exercising discretion, and handling confidential information with integrity. Domestic travel up to approximately 20% is required based on business needs.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Employment Relations, Law, or related field. Advanced degree or relevant professional certification preferred.
Required Experience: 4-6 years of progressive experience in employee relations, human resources, labor and employment, or related discipline. Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex ER cases and conduct sensitive workplace investigations from intake through resolution. Strong working knowledge of US employment laws, ER principles, investigation practices, and performance-management processes. Sound judgment and ability to evaluate risk, synthesize complex information, and provide clear, practical, business-oriented recommendations. Strong consulting, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills with ability to build credibility and challenge constructively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to produce clear case documentation. Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise high degree of discretion, and handle confidential information with integrity. Demonstrated commitment to fair, consistent, and respectful employment practices. Fluent English required.
Preferred Experience: Supporting large commercial or geographically dispersed field sales organizations. Experience in regulated industries such as MedTech, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or life sciences. Experience in global, matrixed organizations partnering across HR, Legal, Compliance, and business functions. Experience supporting workforce transformation, organizational redesign, restructures, or significant business changes. Experience using ER case data and trends to inform proactive interventions, training, or process improvements.
