Job Function:
Technology Product & Platform Management

Job Sub Function:
Technical Product Management

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
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:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Tech Sr. Manager, Legal Spend, Matter & IP

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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.

Job Overview

This role plays a critical leadership role in shaping the technology ecosystem that supports legal operations, including spend management, matter management, and intellectual property (IP) systems. This role drives strategy, scalability, and integration across enterprise applications to enable transparency, compliance, and data-driven decision-making within the Legal function. You will partner across IT, Legal, Finance, and external vendors to deliver modern, efficient, and secure platforms that support DePuy Synthes' global growth and innovation agenda.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology strategy for Legal Spend, Matter Management, and IP systems across enterprise platforms.

• Lead design, implementation, and optimization of integrated legal technology solutions, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and performance.

• Manage and develop a team of technical professionals, including coaching, performance management, and capability building.

• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Procurement stakeholders to translate business needs into system and data solutions that improve transparency and efficiency.

• Oversee data governance, integrity, and compliance across legal systems, supporting regulatory and audit requirements.

• Drive automation and process improvements for legal operations, including spend tracking, vendor management, and IP lifecycle management.

• Manage vendor relationships and third-party platforms supporting legal applications and integrations.

• Lead delivery of technology initiatives, managing timelines, risks, budgets, and cross-functional dependencies.

• Establish reporting, dashboards, and analytics capabilities to enable insights into legal spend, matters, and IP portfolios.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required

• Master's degree (e.g., MS, MBA) preferred

Experience and Skills

Required:

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in enterprise applications, legal technology, or data/integration domains.

• Experience leading technology teams, including performance management, coaching, and talent development.

• Strong experience implementing or managing legal systems (e.g., legal spend management, matter management, or IP systems).

• Demonstrated expertise in systems integration, data architecture, and enterprise application delivery.

• Understanding of data governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements in a global environment.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs and deliver complex technology initiatives on time and within budget.

• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with platforms such as e-billing/legal spend tools, matter management systems, or IP management solutions.

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, APIs, middleware, and integration platforms.

• Knowledge of data analytics, reporting tools, and dashboard development.

• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with Legal, Finance, and IT stakeholders.

• Exposure to vendor management and contract-related technology solutions.

• Understanding of legal operations processes and best practices.

• Certifications in relevant technologies, cloud platforms, or project management (e.g., PMP, Agile).

Other:

• Language: English required

• Travel: Up to 10% (domestic and/or international)

• Certifications: Relevant IT, cloud, or project management certifications preferred

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Consulting, Cost Management, Creating Purpose, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Developing Others, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Software Development Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Team Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
183,500.00 US Annual

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)). 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 period10 days • Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year • Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits