Principal Project Manager

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop and maintain schedules and priorities for Technical Documentation and Change Notification submissions to EU Notified Bodies under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeLeeds • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the medical device industry, focusing on regulatory compliance and effective communication with EU Notified Bodies. Proficient in developing project plans, managing submissions, and facilitating stakeholder engagement.

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Project ManagementRegulatory AffairsMedical Device Industry ExperienceStakeholder ManagementMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningSchedulingOrganizational SkillsRegulatory FilingsChange Notification ManagementRisk ManagementProduct Lifecycle ManagementQuality Systems UnderstandingCross-Functional Project ManagementEnglish Proficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsStakeholder EngagementRelationship BuildingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsCollaboration ToolsMS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

EU Notified BodiesRegulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)Medical Device FrameworkRegulatory ComplianceNew Product Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain schedules and priorities for Technical Documentation and Change Notification submissions to EU Notified Bodies under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR)
Serve as DePuy Synthes’ primary point of contact for project planning and execution with Notified Body counterparts
Coordinate EU Notified Body submissions, including applications and project tracking for new product introductions and changes to existing products
Liaise with business units to ensure appropriate execution of submissions
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and status reports for stakeholders and leadership
Identify project risks and issues, implement mitigation plans, and escalate as appropriate
Coordinate maintenance of MDR Certificate data and associated documentation
Represent DePuy Synthes in interactions with EU Notified Bodies regarding MDR applications, change notifications, TD assessments, and recurring project and business meetings
Establish accountability for preparation of outlines, summaries, status reports, memos, graphs, charts, tables, and slides
Interact with EU regulatory agency personnel to expedite submission and approval of applications as necessary
Facilitate relationship building and maintenance with Notified Bodies through recurring connections, including weekly, monthly, and annual face-to-face meetings
Consult with business unit personnel to establish priorities for EU regulatory filings for product approvals
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and project management practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required in project management, regulatory affairs, life sciences, engineering, or a related scientific discipline
Typically requires 5–8 years of experience in project management, preferably within the Medical Device industry
Proven experience managing cross-functional projects in a medical device or regulated environment
Strong project planning, scheduling, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in MS Office
Experience supporting new product development and/or product lifecycle management for medical devices preferred
Previous experience in project management within a regulatory framework preferred
Solid understanding of the European Medical Device framework and quality systems preferred
Understanding of preparing, submitting, and maintaining regulatory filings and approvals preferred
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including experience presenting at meetings with Regulatory Authorities preferred
Experience working with global Regulatory Affairs teams and aligning local activities with global strategies preferred
Experience using project management and collaboration tools preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment preferred
English (written and verbal) required
German (written and verbal) is a plus
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive work environment
Benefit plans and employment programs (specific details subject to the planned separation and consultation processes)