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Johnson & Johnson

HCCO, AU/New Zealand

LocationNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia; Osborne Park, Western Australia, Australia; Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8–10 yrs
DepartmentLegal & Compliance
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 10, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have8
Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Compliance, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
8–10 years of progressive experience in healthcare compliance, legal, risk management, audit, or related fields
Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance laws, regulations, and industry codes applicable to Australia and New Zealand
Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams or leading complex compliance programs
Proven ability to partner effectively with senior business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and effective decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority
Fluency in English required
Nice to have7
Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., Compliance, Legal, Risk, or Ethics-related)
Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or broader life sciences industries
Prior experience supporting country-level or cluster-level compliance programs within a global organization
Familiarity with compliance monitoring, investigations, and remediation processes
Experience operating in highly matrixed, multicultural environments
Strong change management and influencing capabilities
Compliance, legal, or ethics certifications preferred but not required
About the company
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions 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:
Health Care Compliance
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia, Osborne Park, Western Australia, Australia
Job Description:
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Health Care Compliance Officer for Australia and New Zealand, located in North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia.
Job Overview
The HCCO ANZ serves as the Healthcare Compliance Officer for Australia and New Zealand, providing end‑to‑end strategic and operational compliance leadership for DePuy Synthes’ Orthopedics business. This role partners closely with country leadership, Legal, business and functional stakeholders, and regional and global Compliance teams to ensure ethical business conduct, effective risk management, and adherence to applicable healthcare laws, regulations, and company policies.
This role has a significant impact on safeguarding the organization’s reputation while enabling compliant, sustainable business growth across key markets.
Key Responsibilities
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Serve as the primary Healthcare Compliance Officer for Australia and New Zealand markets.
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Lead the development and execution of healthcare compliance strategies aligned with global and APAC regional priorities.
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Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks related to commercial, promotional, professional education, and other business and operational activities.
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Provide proactive guidance and practical advice to business leaders on healthcare compliance requirements and ethical decision‑making.
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Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to embed effective compliance controls into business processes and market activities.
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Oversee compliance programs, including training, monitoring, risk assessments, and issue management activities across assigned markets.
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Partner with Legal and other functions to support investigations, audits, and regulatory or health authority interactions.
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Monitor regulatory developments and industry trends across ANZ markets to anticipate and address emerging compliance risks.
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Prepare and present compliance risk assessments, insights, and recommendations to regional and senior leadership.
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Foster a strong culture of integrity, accountability, and speak‑up.
Qualifications
Education
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Required: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Compliance, Finance, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
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Preferred: Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., Compliance, Legal, Risk, or Ethics‑related).
Experience and Skills
Required:
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8–10 years of progressive experience in healthcare compliance, legal, risk management, audit, or related fields.
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Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance laws, regulations, and industry codes applicable to Australia and New Zealand.
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Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams or leading complex compliance programs.
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Proven ability to partner effectively with senior business leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders.
•
Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and effective decision‑making and problem‑solving capabilities.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority.
Preferred:
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Experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or broader life sciences industries.
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Prior experience supporting country‑level or cluster‑level compliance programs within a global organization.
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Familiarity with compliance monitoring, investigations, and remediation processes.
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Experience operating in highly matrixed, multicultural environments.
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Strong change management and influencing capabilities.
Other
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Language: Fluency in English required.
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Travel: Up to 10-20%, primarily within assigned markets, with occasional regional travel.
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Certifications: Compliance, legal, or ethics certifications preferred but not required.
Benefits
For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.
Legal
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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.
#DePuySynthesCareers
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Audit Management, Compliance Frameworks, Compliance Management, Confidentiality, Consulting, Corporate Governance, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Healthcare Industry, Health Care Regulation, Interpersonal Influence, Legal Services, Medical Compliance, Organizing, Process Improvements, Program Management, Technical Credibility
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