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Job Function
Enterprise Compliance
Job Sub Function
Enterprise Compliance
Job Category
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations
Little Island, Cork, Ireland
Job Description
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a VP, Chief Privacy Officer, located in Raynham, MA, Raritan, NJ, Westchester, PA; Ireland or Switzerland. Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. The role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements; applicants may focus on the country of their preference.
About DePuy Synthes
DePuy Synthes is a global leader in Orthopaedics, advancing patient care through innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, and related surgical technologies. As DePuy Synthes separates from Johnson & Johnson to become the world’s largest, most comprehensive Orthopaedics‑focused company, the organization is establishing its own corporate identity, voice, culture, and reputation while continuing to serve patients, customers, and healthcare systems worldwide.
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 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.
Collaborate with Cybersecurity to oversee privacy incident response, investigations, and support regulatory interactions as needed.
Work with Government Affairs to develop and maintain trusted relationships with data protection commissioners and government enforcement agencies and execute a strategy for impacting 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 within a complex, global organization in a healthcare field.
Demonstrated expertise interpreting and applying global privacy regulations, including GDPR, U.S. federal and state privacy laws, 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 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.
Preferred Skills
Audit and Compliance Trends
Compliance Frameworks
Compliance Management
Compliance Policies
Compliance Risk
Consulting
Controls Compliance
Corporate Compliance Helpline Administration
Developing Others
Fact‑Based Decision Making
Inclusive Leadership
Leadership
Legal Function
Legal Services
Risk Management
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Tactical Planning
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Salary Range
145,000–266,570 EUR
Benefits
Annual bonus with set target based on pay grade / location and actual performance.
Vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well‑being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health.
Service anniversary and recognition awards.
Insurance plans for employees and eligible dependents, subject to plan terms.
This information is for informative purposes only; amounts and benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
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