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Job Function:
Communications & Corporate/External AffairsJob Sub Function:
External CommunicationsJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of AmericaJob Description:
We are searching for the best talent to join our team as the Director, External Affairs, Financial & Business Development Communications located in our New Brunswick, NJ office. This role will lead integrated external engagement strategies that advance, protect and defend the company’s reputation, support enterprise priorities, and enable business growth.
This role will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving proactive and reactive communications for J&J MedTech. The Director will lead the J&J MedTech External Affairs team with direct responsibility for proactive earned media strategy and management of key reputational issues. They will also lead communications strategy for financial milestones, business development activities—including acquisitions and divestitures—ensuring alignment with enterprise messaging and governance standards.
The position operates in a complex, global environment and requires media relations experience, strong business insight, executive presence, and the ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
Key Responsibilities
Media Relations & External Engagement
Shape and implement media engagement strategies across business, financial, and trade media
Lead proactive storytelling to strengthen Johnson & Johnson MedTech’s reputation as an innovator and trusted partner
Build and maintain relationships with key journalists and external partners
Oversee development of press materials, messaging, and external content
Ensure alignment across Communications, Investor Relations, Public Affairs, Legal, and other functions
Shape strategic narratives tied to business performance, innovation, and portfolio transformation
Issues Management & Reputation Protection
Lead cross-functional coordination on emerging issues and reputational risks
Develop and deploy holding statements, reactive messaging, and stakeholder communications
Ensure readiness through governance frameworks, SOPs, and issues management processes
Partner with Legal, Regulatory, and Public Affairs on sensitive or high-risk topics
Financial Communications
Partner with Investor Relations to manage communications for key financial landmarks, including earnings and Enterprise Business Review
Translate complex financial and operational performance into clear, compelling messaging for investors and media
Partner closely with Investor Relations and Finance leadership to ensure message consistency and regulatory alignment
Business Development Communications (M&A)
Lead communications strategy for material acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships
Develop messaging frameworks, stakeholder communications, and executive positioning for high-profile transactions
Partner with Legal and Regulatory teams to ensure compliant disclosure and execution
Strategic Advisory & Executive Counsel
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on external positioning and reputational risk
Support executive visibility through media engagements, thought leadership, and key external forums
Provide communications guidance during high-impact announcements, issues, and transformation achievements
Operational Excellence & Team Leadership
Establish and evolve governance tools, templates, and processes to enable scalable execution
Lead and mentor team members and cross-functional partners
Drive continuous improvement across communications planning, execution, and measurement
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
10+ years of experience in external affairs, corporate communications, media relations, investor communications, or related field
Direct media relations and issues management experience
Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and leading high-profile, complex initiatives
Strong understanding of financial communications, media landscape, and stakeholder engagement
Experience supporting business development activities (e.g., M&A, integrations, separations)
Proven ability to operate effectively in a globalorganization
Exceptional writing, storytelling, and executive communication skills
Preferred
Experience in healthcare, MedTech, or highly regulated industries
Experience leading communications for acquisitions and divestitures
Familiarity with regulatory and disclosure requirements
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 by 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:
Brand Reputation Management, Communications Measurement, Consulting, Content Creation, Corporate Communications Management, Corporate Communications Strategy, Corporate Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cultural Competence, External Communication, Media Relations, Organizational Knowledge, Relationship Building, Social Awareness, Stakeholder Engagement, Tactical Planning, Technical CredibilityThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$150,000.00 - $258,750.00Additional 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.
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
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of experience in external affairs, corporate communications, media relations, investor communications, or related field
- Direct media relations and issues management experience
- Experience advising senior executives and leading high-profile, complex initiatives
- Strong understanding of financial communications, media landscape, and stakeholder engagement
- Experience supporting business development activities (e.g., M&A, integrations, separations)
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a global organization
- Exceptional writing, storytelling, and executive communication skills
- Advanced degree
- Experience in healthcare, MedTech, or highly regulated industries
- Experience leading communications for acquisitions and divestitures
- Familiarity with regulatory and disclosure requirements
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with added supports like onsite clinics, fitness centers, and Employee Assistance resources. Mental-health services and wellbeing reimbursements are also described as meaningful components of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are portrayed as a major differentiator, combining a 401(k) with employer matching and an employer-funded pension plan. Stock options and other long-term financial supports are also positioned as part of the broader rewards mix.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are presented as notably strong, including paid parental leave for all new parents and additional leave types for caregiving and bereavement. Financial assistance for adoption, fertility treatment, and surrogacy is highlighted as a significant support.
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