Senior Manager, Global Media & Issues Strategy

6149-DePuy Synthes Products Inc. Legal Entity; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Manager, Media and Issues, in Raynham, MA to lead global media relations and issues management for DePuy Synthes following the planned corporate separation.

The role partners with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to anticipate risk, shape narratives, and ensure timely, accurate communications in a highly regulated environment. The position requires 8–10 years in media relations or public affairs, with a proven ability to counsel executives and manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred (Communications, Public Affairs, Business Administration, or related field).
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in media relations, issues management, corporate communications, or public affairs, including leadership at a senior manager level.
• Experience in regulated industries (medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare) preferred.
• Ability to counsel senior executives and influence decision-making under pressure.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with attention to accuracy and clarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead global media relations and issues management strategy for DePuy Synthes, including proactive storytelling and reactive response.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior leaders on reputational risk, emerging issues, and external narratives.
• Develop and execute crisis and issues management plans, including message frameworks, escalation protocols, 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 and compliant communications.
• Monitor external media, social, and stakeholder landscapes to identify potential risks and opportunities; provide regular insights and recommendations.
• Lead the 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 and consistent external messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Issues management

Crisis communications

Public affairs

Leadership

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr. Manager, Media and Issues, in Raynham, MA to lead global media relations and issues management for DePuy Synthes following the planned corporate separation.

The role partners with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to anticipate risk, shape narratives, and ensure timely, accurate communications in a highly regulated environment. The position requires 8–10 years in media relations or public affairs, with a proven ability to counsel executives and manage