Senior Manager, Executive Talent Acquisition - Orthopedics

About the role

Johnson & Johnson is separating its Orthopaedics business into the standalone DePuy Synthes company. The Senior Manager, Executive Talent Acquisition will lead executive recruiting for senior‑level and mission‑critical roles during this transformation, working remotely with flexibility to be based in several U.S. locations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end executive talent acquisition for senior leadership and mission‑critical positions, including intake, search strategy, assessment, and offer management.
• Partner with executive leaders and HR stakeholders to align 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 talent markets, candidate evaluation, and hiring decisions.
• Manage relationships with external executive search firms to ensure quality, consistency, and cost‑effective delivery.
• Ensure a high‑touch, confidential, and inclusive candidate experience throughout the 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.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred.
• 8‑10 years of progressive experience in executive recruiting, talent acquisition or senior‑level HR roles.
• Proven ability to lead executive searches within complex, global organizations and influence senior leadership.
• Experience managing external search firms and supporting C‑suite, VP and senior leadership hiring.
• Background in medical devices, life sciences or other highly regulated industries is preferred.

Required skills

• Executive recruiting expertise.
• Talent acquisition and leadership hiring.