HR Leader – Orthopedics

Johnson & Johnson

. Serve as the primary employee relations subject-matter expert for designated U.S.

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $94,000 - $151,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee relations, including managing complex cases, conducting workplace investigations, and providing strategic guidance on U.S. employment laws and organizational changes. Strong ability to synthesize information, assess risks, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Employee Relations ManagementWorkplace InvestigationsU.S. Employment LawsStakeholder ManagementPerformance Management

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Hard Skills

Case DocumentationPolicy InterpretationRisk AssessmentPerformance Management ProcessesWorkplace Conflict ResolutionGrievance HandlingData AnalysisTraining DevelopmentOrganizational Change SupportCompliance Practices

Soft Skills

Consulting SkillsInfluencing SkillsCommunication SkillsJudgmentDiscretion

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced DegreeProfessional Certification

Industry Keywords

MedTechPharmaceuticalsHealthcareLife SciencesMatrixed Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary employee relations subject-matter expert for designated U.S. Orthopaedics commercial and field sales organizations
Provide practical guidance on policy interpretation, performance management, workplace conduct, and corrective action
Independently manage complex, sensitive, and high-risk employee relations matters from intake through resolution
Conduct investigations, disciplinary actions, performance concerns, workplace conflict, grievances, and policy-violation matters
Plan and conduct objective, thorough, and timely workplace investigations
Assess evidence, document findings, and recommend appropriate actions in partnership with HR, Legal, and business leaders
Interpret and apply company policies and applicable U.S. federal, state, and local employment requirements
Advise leaders and HR partners on employee relations risk, options, and recommended actions
Provide guidance and risk assessments for organizational changes, workforce actions, restructures, territory or leadership changes, and business transformation initiatives
Identify case trends, recurring themes, and potential areas of risk; develop recommendations to strengthen leader capability, organizational health, and employee experience
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential case documentation and support case-management practices, reporting, and governance
Develop and facilitate training, tools, and coaching for leaders and HR partners
Build partnerships across a matrixed organization and contribute to HR priorities, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives
Report to the Head of HR, Spine, Sports, and CMF

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Employment Relations, Law, or a related field
4-6 years of progressive experience in employee relations, human resources, labor and employment, or a related discipline
Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex employee relations cases and conduct sensitive workplace investigations from intake through resolution
Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws, employee relations 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
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear case documentation and communication of sensitive decisions
Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise discretion, and handle confidential information with integrity
Demonstrated commitment to fair, consistent, and respectful employment practices
Fluent English required
Ability to travel domestically up to approximately 20%
Advanced degree or relevant professional certification preferred
Experience supporting a large commercial or geographically dispersed field sales organization preferred
Experience in a regulated industry such as MedTech, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or life sciences preferred
Experience operating in a global, matrixed organization and partnering across HR, Legal, Compliance, and business functions preferred
Experience supporting workforce transformation, organizational redesign, restructures, or other significant business changes preferred
Experience using employee relations case data and trends to inform proactive interventions, training, or process improvements preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
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
Hybrid work arrangement
Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis if approved by the Company