HR Leader, US Commercial – Orthopedics

About the role

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an HR Leader for its US Commercial Orthopedics organization. The role will be based in one of several U.S. locations and operates in a hybrid work model, supporting a large, complex commercial and field sales team.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary employee relations subject‑matter expert for designated U.S. Orthopaedics commercial and field sales organizations.
• Independently manage complex, high‑risk employee relations matters from intake through resolution, including investigations, disciplinary actions, performance concerns, workplace conflict, grievances, and policy violations.
• Plan and conduct thorough workplace investigations, assess evidence, document findings, and recommend actions in partnership with HR, Legal, and business leaders.
• Interpret and apply company policies and U.S. employment laws to ensure fair, consistent, and compliant practices.
• Advise leaders and HR partners on employee‑relations risk, options, and recommended actions, balancing employee experience and business needs.
• Provide guidance and risk assessments for organizational changes, restructures, territory or leadership changes, and other transformation initiatives.
• Identify case trends and translate insights into recommendations that strengthen leader capability and organizational health.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case documentation and support consistent case‑management practices.
• Develop and facilitate training, tools, and coaching for leaders and HR partners on performance management, investigations, and respectful workplace expectations.

Required profile

• 4‑6 years of progressive experience in employee relations, HR, labor and employment, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex employee relations cases and conduct sensitive investigations.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and employee‑relations principles.
• Sound judgment with the ability to evaluate risk and provide clear, business‑oriented recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear case documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise discretion, and handle confidential information with integrity.

Required skills

• Knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and managing disciplinary processes.
• Strong consulting, influencing, and stakeholder‑management abilities.