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DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, Exec TA, located in Raynham, Massachusetts, New Brunswick NJ, West Chester PA, or Santa Clara CA

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 

The Sr. Manager, Exec TA is a senior talent acquisition leader responsible for driving executive recruiting strategy and delivery for DePuy Synthes. This role partners closely with executive leadership, HR Business Partners, and the Global Talent Acquisition team to attract, assess, and secure senior‑level and critical leadership talent. The position has a direct impact on leadership capability, succession strength, and organizational performance during a period of transformation and growth. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead end‑to‑end executive talent acquisition for senior leadership and mission‑critical roles, including intake, search strategy, assessment, and offer management. 

• Partner with executive leaders and HR stakeholders to align executive hiring with business strategy and succession priorities. 

• Develop and execute proactive executive sourcing strategies using market intelligence, networking, and targeted outreach. 

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on executive talent markets, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions. 

• Manage relationships with external executive search firms, ensuring quality, consistency, and cost‑effective delivery. 

• Ensure a high‑touch, confidential, and inclusive candidate experience throughout the executive recruitment lifecycle. 

• Support executive pipeline development and succession planning in partnership with HR and Talent Management teams. 

• Drive continuous improvement in executive recruiting processes, governance, and metrics. 

Where required to be managed locally:  

• Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures. 

• Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva. 

• Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination. 

Where required to be managed locally:  

• Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures. 

• Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva. 

• Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination. 

Qualifications 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field 

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred 

Experience and Skills: 

Required: 

• Typically 8-10 years of progressive experience in executive recruiting, talent acquisition, or senior‑level HR roles 

• Demonstrated experience leading executive searches within complex, global organizations 

• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership 

• Proven expertise in executive sourcing, assessment, and candidate evaluation methodologies 

• Experience managing executive search firms and external partners 

Preferred: 

• Experience supporting C‑suite, VP, and senior leadership hiring 

• Background in medical devices, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries 

• Experience supporting organizational transformations, separations, or M&A activity 

• Familiarity with executive compensation, governance, and approval processes 

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and confidentiality skills 

• Strong change management and consulting mindset 

Other: 

• Languages: Fluent in English required 

• Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international travel 

• Certifications: Executive recruiting or HR certifications preferred 

• Union: Not applicable 

• Driver’s License: Not applicable 

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