Director, Executive Compensation – Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson

. Set and lead the global executive compensation strategy, design, governance, and delivery .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive compensation strategy, governance, and delivery, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and navigate complex regulatory environments in a global context.

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Executive Compensation StrategyPeople Leadership ExperienceAnalytical SkillsGovernance AcumenCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Executive Compensation DesignMarket BenchmarkingPay-For-Performance AnalysisCompensation Disclosure StrategyData SynthesisGovernance StandardsFinancial AcumenRegulatory ComplianceCompensation AnalysisStakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationJudgment and DiscretionProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBA or Advanced Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Global EnvironmentPublicly Traded CompanyHealthcareLife SciencesExecutive Lifecycle Compensation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set and lead the global executive compensation strategy, design, governance, and delivery
Own executive compensation architecture covering base pay, annual incentive, long-term incentive, and executive benefits/perquisites
Advise the CEO, CHRO, CFO, senior leadership, HR partners, and the Compensation & Benefits Committee of the Board
Lead annual cycles, special topics, and ad hoc materials and recommendations for executive and Board audiences
Oversee executive market benchmarking, competitive intelligence, peer group design, and pay-for-performance analysis
Drive improvement and transformation of executive compensation processes, tools, and governance
Oversee executive lifecycle compensation decisions and administration, including reviews, promotions, offers, transitions, and separation arrangements
Own executive compensation disclosure strategy and delivery, including Compensation Discussion & Analysis, proxy statement compensation tables, and public filing analyses
Oversee proxy advisor engagement readiness and modeling for ISS and Glass Lewis
Monitor executive compensation regulation, disclosure requirements, accounting/tax implications, and shareholder voting trends
Set the executive compensation communications strategy
Partner with Legal, Finance/Accounting, Tax, Audit, Total Rewards, and the Compensation & Benefits Committee’s independent consultant
Build, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing executive compensation team
Support DePuy Synthes as it separates from Johnson & Johnson to become a standalone orthopaedics company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in executive and equity compensation, including enterprise program design, governance, and delivery in a global environment
Minimum of 5 years of people leadership experience
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to create executive-ready narratives and materials for leadership and Board audiences
Presence, judgment, and discretion when advising leaders and handling highly sensitive information
Ability to constructively challenge and provide recommendations grounded in data, governance standards, and risk awareness
Outstanding analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong business, financial, and governance acumen
Ability to synthesize performance, market data, accounting/tax, and governance inputs into decisions and recommendations
Strong attention to detail and quality standards for leadership materials and external disclosures
Ability to operate with pace, rigor, and sound judgment in high-visibility, time-sensitive situations
Ability to understand and communicate pay-for-performance outcomes, dilution/overhang considerations, and accounting impacts
Proven ability to lead multiple complex workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced, changing environment
Ability to build cross-functional partnerships across HR, Legal, Finance, Tax, Accounting, and Audit
Ability to build credibility with senior leaders and navigate complex stakeholder environments
Ability to influence decisions using data, clear rationale, and sound governance practices
Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree in HR, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
Preferred: Experience in a highly regulated, publicly traded global company; healthcare or life sciences experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for Colorado employees; 56 hours for Washington employees
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
Inclusive interview-process accommodations for applicants with disabilities