Global Media & Issues Leader

Johnson Johnson; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes unit seeks a Sr. Manager, Media and Issues in Raynham, MA to lead global media relations, issues management, and crisis preparedness in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

You will partner with senior leaders, legal, regulatory, quality, and regional teams to shape narratives, anticipate risk, and deliver clear external messaging across complex topics. This high‑impact role requires 8–10 years in media relations, strong writing, and the ability to advise

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years in media relations or corporate communications.
• Experience managing high‑risk, high‑visibility issues in regulated industries.
• Ability to counsel senior executives under pressure.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
• Collaborate with legal, regulatory, and compliance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead global media relations and issues management strategy for DePuy Synthes, including proactive storytelling and reactive response.
• Serve as trusted communications advisor to senior leaders on reputational risk and external narratives.
• Develop and execute crisis and issues management plans, including message frameworks and spokesperson preparation.
• Manage media inquiries related to sensitive topics such as product quality, safety, regulatory actions, litigation, and business transformation.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Legal, Regulatory, Quality, Medical Affairs, HR, and Commercial teams to ensure aligned communications.
• Monitor external media and stakeholder landscapes to identify risks and opportunities; provide insights and recommendations.
• Lead development of executive‑level briefing materials, Q&A, statements, and talking points for high‑visibility situations.
• Support enterprise‑level initiatives, including business transformation and separation activities, with clear external messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Issues management

Corporate communications

Public affairs

Crisis communications

Executive counsel

Writing & editing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes unit seeks a Sr. Manager, Media and Issues in Raynham, MA to lead global media relations, issues management, and crisis preparedness in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

You will partner with senior leaders, legal, regulatory, quality, and regional teams to shape narratives, anticipate risk, and deliver clear external messaging across complex topics. This high‑impact role requires 8–10 years in media relations, strong writing, and the ability to advise