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Job Function:
Regulatory Affairs Group
Job Sub Function:
Regulatory Affairs
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Zuchwil, Switzerland
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Director, Major Markets Europe &Canada, this hybrid position is locatedinZuchwil, Switzerland
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
- Umkirch Germany or Vienna Austia - Requisition Number: R-077663
- Leeds UK - Requisition Number: R-077656
Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.
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, 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.
The Director, Major Markets Europe & Canada,provides strategic regulatory leadership across key European markets and Canada, ensuring compliance with local and regional regulatory requirements while enablingtimelyand sustainable market access. This role plays a critical leadership position,partnering with commercial, quality, and global regulatory teams to manage regulatory risk, shape strategy, and support business growth in complex and highly regulated markets.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee regulatory affairs strategy and execution for Major Markets Europe and Canada, aligned with global regulatoryobjectives
Ensure compliance with EU, Canadian, and country‑specific regulatory requirements, internal policies, and quality system standards.
Providestrategic regulatory guidance for product registrations, renewals, variations, and lifecycle management.
Serve as the senior regulatory leader and escalation point for Europe and Canada local market support.
Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders including Commercial, Quality, Supply Chain, Legal, and Global Regulatory Affairs.
Monitor regulatory changes across Europe and Canada and assess potential impact on products, portfolios, and operations.
Support and oversee regulatory inspections, audits, and health authority interactions.
Lead, coach, and develop regional regulatory leaders and teams, fostering strong compliance, accountability, and performance.
Ensuring proactive engagement and shaping of regional policy initiatives that are critical to business strategy, continuity, and growth.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Engineering, ora relateddiscipline (required).
Advanced degree or professional certification in Regulatory Affairs (preferred).
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Typically10-12 yearsof progressive experience in Regulatory Affairs within the medical device or other regulated industries.
Strong knowledge of EU MDR, UK, and Canadian regulatory requirements and health authority processes.
Demonstrated experience leading multi‑country regulatory portfolios in major markets.
Proven ability to develop and execute regulatory strategies aligned to businessobjectives
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision‑making capabilities.
Ability to manage regulatory complexity and risk in a dynamic, global environment.
Preferred:
Experience supportingglobal regulatory operating models.
Experience working in aglobal, matrixedorganization.
Exposure to regulatory inspections, audits, and authority negotiations.
Demonstrated success driving regulatory transformation or process improvement initiatives.
Background in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries.
Other requirements
Language:Englishrequired;additionalEuropean languages preferred.
Travel:Up to 25%travel across Europe
Certifications:RAC or equivalent preferred but notrequired
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Business Writing, Collaborating, Compliance Risk, Continuous Improvement, Developing Others, Fact-Based Decision Making, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Leadership, Legal Support, Operations Management, Public Policies, Regulatory Affairs Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Development, Regulatory Environment, Strategic Thinking
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