VP, Chief Privacy Officer
DePuy Synthes (a standalone orthopaedics company) is recruiting for a VP, Chief Privacy Officer to lead enterprise‑wide privacy strategy, governance, and compliance across the organization, based in Raynham, MA, Raritan, NJ, Westchester, PA; Ireland; or Switzerland.
Job Information
Location: multiple countries with specific requisition numbers (US – R-074975, Switzerland – R-077678). The role is available in the listed locations and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Set and execute the global privacy strategy, policies, and governance framework for DePuy Synthes.
Ensure compliance with global privacy, data protection and cybersecurity laws and regulations (including GDPR, U.S. state privacy laws, digital product standards and laws and other applicable international requirements).
Serve as the primary executive leader for privacy risk management, including oversight of privacy impact assessments and mitigation plans.
Partner with Legal, R&D, Cybersecurity, and Technology teams to integrate privacy‑by‑design and privacy‑by‑default into systems, products, and digital initiatives.
Monitor new and proposed privacy laws and regulations and provide strategic guidance to senior leaders and the Board on privacy risks, trends, and regulatory developments.
Lead and develop a global privacy organization, including talent development and succession planning, to operationalize privacy requirements and promote a strong culture of privacy and data protection.
Oversee privacy contracting practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, guidelines and best practices.
Direct the development and implementation of a company‑wide privacy training program, including the institution and instruction of named privacy stewards in the relevant functions.
Work with Cybersecurity to oversee privacy incident response, investigations, and support regulatory interactions as needed.
Collaborate with Government Affairs to develop and maintain trusted relationships with data protection commissioners and government enforcement agencies and implement a strategy for influencing evolving privacy laws affecting the company.
Qualifications
Required:
JD in the United States or in a European jurisdiction.
14+ years of progressive experience in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, or related risk functions, including in private practice or within a complex, global organization in a healthcare field (e.g., hospital system, medical device, medtech company, pharmaceutical industry).
Demonstrated expertise interpreting and applying global privacy regulations in a regulated industry, including GDPR and U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA, and relevant FDCA regulations.
Experience advising senior executives on privacy strategy and enterprise risk.
Demonstrated ability to build, operationalize, and improve processes and high‑performing teams.
Proven ability to lead global, cross‑functional teams and influence without direct authority.
Strong strategic thinking, judgment, and decision‑making capabilities.
Preferred:
Prior experience supporting or managing a data incident management and response process, including data subject and regulatory enforcement agency notifications.
Background partnering with information systems, cybersecurity, and digital technology teams.
Experience supporting business transformation or operating‑model changes.
Degree in Information Systems, Master of Business Administration or Master of Public Policy is a plus.
Other
Travel: Up to 20%, domestic and international.
Language: Fluency in English required; additional languages a plus.
Certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or equivalent preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated salary range: €145,000–€266,570.
In addition to base pay, DePuy Synthes offers an annual bonus with target performance incentives, vacation days, parental leave (minimum 12 weeks), bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, financial, physical and mental health programs, and service‑anniversary and recognition awards. Eligible employees—and in some locations, eligible dependents—can participate in several insurance plans. Amounts and benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Accommodations
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of applicants’ needs and supports those with disabilities. Additional accommodation resources are available on request.
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