Global Compensation Strategy Lead

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Senior Manager of Compensation Strategy for the US to shape and deliver global compensation programs at DePuy Synthes scale. You will lead retention, recognition, and year-end planning with cross-functional partners in HR, Finance, Legal, and business units.

You will design and communicate compensation frameworks, manage budgets, and ensure governance while driving talent strategy and market competitiveness.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in compensation, total rewards, human resources, consulting, finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and managing compensation programs at a regional or global level.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead global retention and recognition programs, including design, execution, governance, and measurement of outcomes.
• Lead year-end compensation planning activities, ensuring effective execution, process integrity, stakeholder alignment, and communication.
• Design, evaluate, and enhance global compensation programs and frameworks that support business and talent strategies.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to address complex compensation and retention challenges.
• Develop and execute compensation communications strategies and materials for global and U.S. audiences.
• Oversee sales compensation programs, including plan governance, design support, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable compensation regulations, policies, and governance requirements.
• Manage external compensation vendors and consultants, including performance, contracts, service delivery, and budget oversight.
• Analyze market trends, compensation data, and workforce insights to inform strategic recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement of compensation processes, tools, and reporting capabilities.

Skills

Change Management

Coaching

Collaboration

Compensation Governance

Pay Analytics

Financial Modeling

HR Strategic Management

Incentive Plan Design

Talent Management

Strategic Thinking

Industry Analysis

Process Improvements

Issue Escalation

Executive Communication

Cross-Functional Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Organizational Development, or a related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MA, MS, or equivalent) in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related discipline

Job description

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a Senior Manager of Compensation Strategy for the US to shape and deliver global compensation programs at DePuy Synthes scale. You will lead retention, recognition, and year-end planning with cross-functional partners in HR, Finance, Legal, and business units.

You will design and communicate compensation frameworks, manage budgets, and ensure governance while driving talent strategy and market competitiveness.