Director, Regulatory Compliance

Johnson & Johnson; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 259,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Irvine, CA is seeking a Director, Regulatory Compliance to lead tactical and strategic compliance for the JJRC organization. You will oversee independent audits, inspections, and health authority actions, and ensure readiness at high-risk sites.

The role requires a BS, 10+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech settings, deep knowledge of ISO/ICH/PIC/S/GMP, and strong leadership, communication, and global collaboration skills, with 40–50% travel.

Qualifications

• BS in science/engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical/medical device/biotech.
• Experience in Quality and Regulatory Compliance in an international/global context.
• Expert knowledge of Quality System regulations, ISO, ICH, PIC/S, and GMP.
• Experience performing GXP audits.
• Experience interfacing with global regulatory agencies (FDA, MHRA, TGA, etc.).
• Ability to resolve complex regulatory compliance issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present to executives.
• Willingness to travel 40–50%.

Responsibilities

• Support a robust regulatory compliance program for worldwide HQ, manufacturing sites, and R&D within Cardiovascular Segment of J&J.
• Identify and communicate compliance risks using metrics and data analysis.
• Conduct follow-up activities for independent audit programs and inspections; provide independent evaluation of trends.
• Develop risk-based action plans and collaborate across regions for remediation.
• Review supplier audit reports and assist with escalation and alignment for outcomes.
• Attend governance reviews and provide compliance oversight of remediation programs.
• Represent Compliance in enterprise forums and coordinate with Q&C groups.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on potential impact to programs.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

GXP audits

Audit management

Regulatory affairs liaison

Strategic planning

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

BS in science/engineering

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Legal & Compliance

Job Sub Function

Enterprise Compliance

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Irvine, California, United States of America

Job Description

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent for Director, Regulatory Compliance, to be located at Irvine, CA.

Purpose

The Director, Regulatory Compliance is responsible for tactical and strategic compliance support to the Johnson and Johnson's regulatory compliance (JJRC) organization. This role provides regulatory compliance expertise and has independent compliance oversight to ensure regulatory standards are met. This role is responsible for leading and executing JJRC follow-up activities related to independent audits such as PAA’s and routine ERC audits, supplier/EM compliance assessments as needed, significant inspections, field actions, and health authority actions, as well as ensuring inspection readiness at high-risk sites. This role is instrumental in helping to identify, elevate, and mitigate risks.
This position reports solid line to the Sr. Director Regulatory Compliance, within the Johnson and Johnson Regulatory Compliance (JJRC) organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting a robust regulatory compliance program for the worldwide headquarters, manufacturing sites, and R&D sites within Cardiovascular Segment of J&J, which includes Electrophysiology (BW), Neurovascular (NV) and Sustainability Solutions (SS).
• Understands the factors contributing to compliance risk profiles, based on metrics and data analysis and other intelligence (e.g., escalations, regulatory inspection outcomes, etc.), to proactively identify, communicate, prioritize, address/prevent/reduce compliance risk.
• Conducts Follow-up activities for the JJRC independent audit program, field action assessments, significant health authority inspections, and regulatory actions. The position provides an independent evaluation of compliance events and trends and assures appropriate reporting and escalation commensurate with policy.
• Provides leadership and expertise to interpret and evaluate audit observations and provides guidance and support to develop risk-based action plans. Identifies opportunities for cross-regional/site remediation activities collaborate with Segment Quality and Compliance professionals to develop risk-minimizing strategies.
• Support supplier/EM compliance activities through the review of supplier audit reports and follow-up reports. Participate in early engagement activities with stakeholders. Assist with escalation and alignment activities associated with supplier/EM outcomes as needed.
• Attends RMB, QRB, and franchise management reviews, as required.
• Provides oversight and compliance review of remediation programs (MCAP/SDCAP/QEP, PAM, etc.).
• Represents Compliance on JJRC Enterprise Forums and provides input to JJRC independent audit plan. Ensures partnership with JJRC and other Q&C groups to leverage work / resources to minimize duplication.
• Interprets and communicates current and emerging regulatory and J&J requirements at a global level. Partners with Q&C and Enterprise Regulatory Outreach groups to continuously monitor the changing regulatory climate to proactively assess and communicate industry trends and emerging areas with potential impact to compliance programs.
• Serve as a key advisor and subject matter expert for critical compliance activities, including due diligence, mock inspections, regulatory agency interactions, decommissioning, divestiture, Quality System and Compliance Analysis (Q-SCAN) execution, special investigations, and business strategies, as needed.
• Supports Health Authority inspection readiness activities at high risk sites, ensures subject matter expert preparedness, and reviews significant communications with Health Authorities.
• Engages with high risk sites, as needed, to oversee and, if necessary, verify remediation efforts.
  

Qualifications

• A minimum of a BS is required. A focused degree in science, engineering, or equivalent is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical/medical device/biotech industry.
• Significant experience in managing all aspects of Quality and Regulatory Compliance in an international, global context, in a regulated healthcare environment.
• Expert and broad-based knowledge of Quality System regulations, ISO, ICH, PIC/S, and GMP regulations.
• Experience performing GXP audits.
• Experience effectively interfacing with global regulatory agencies, e.g., FDA, MHRA, TGA, notified bodies, etc.
• Ability to resolve complex regulatory compliance issues.
• Ability to analyze and interpret scientific and technical journals, and legal documents.
• Proven success in strategy development and project management, building consensus across broad geographies and business segments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including proven ability to make technical and complex topics clear and easily understood.
• Ability to effectively present information to executive management.
• Ability to drive successful program management and build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and build credibility to enable achievement of mutual goals.
• Strong skills in interdependent partnering to facilitate collaboration.
• Ability to perform work independently and proven experience in driving progress and remaining focused under ambiguous and complex situations.
• This position may require 40 to 50% of domestic and/or international travel.
  

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 under 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.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills

Preferred Skills:

Advanced Analytics, Audit and Compliance Trends, Audit Findings and Recommendations, Compliance Management, Compliance Risk, Confidentiality, Controls Compliance, Developing Others, Internal Auditing, Investigation Techniques, Legal Function, Legal Services, Mentorship, Policy Development, Report Writing, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$150,000.00 - $258,750.00

Additional Description For Pay Transparency

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Benefits

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits