Technology Sr. Manager, Legal Spend, Matter, IP

About this role

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: Technology Product & Platform Management

Job Sub Function: Technical Product Management

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Tech Sr. Manager, Legal Spend, Matter & IP  

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to   establish   a standalone orthopedics 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.  

Job Overview  

This role   plays a critical leadership role in shaping the technology ecosystem that supports legal operations, including spend management, matter management, and intellectual property (IP) systems. This role drives strategy, scalability, and integration across enterprise applications to enable transparency, compliance, and data-driven decision-making within the Legal function. You will partner   across   IT, Legal, Finance, and external vendors to deliver modern, efficient, and secure platforms that support DePuy Synthes’ global growth and innovation agenda.  

Key Responsibilities  

• Define and execute the technology strategy for Legal Spend, Matter Management, and IP systems across enterprise platforms.  

• Lead design, implementation, and optimization of integrated legal technology solutions, ensuring scalability, interoperability, and performance.  

• Manage and develop a team of technical professionals, including coaching, performance management, and capability building.   

• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Procurement stakeholders to translate business needs into system and data solutions that improve transparency and efficiency.  

• Oversee data governance, integrity, and compliance across legal systems, supporting regulatory and audit requirements.  

• Drive automation and process improvements for legal operations, including spend tracking, vendor management, and IP lifecycle management.   

• Manage vendor relationships and third-party platforms supporting legal applications and integrations.  

• Lead delivery of technology initiatives, managing timelines, risks, budgets, and cross-functional dependencies.  

• Establish reporting, dashboards, and analytics capabilities to enable insights into legal   spend , matters, and IP portfolios.  

Qualifications  

Education  

• B achelor’s degree in Information Technology , Computer Science, Engineering, or related field   required  

• Master’s degree (e.g., MS, MBA) preferred  

Experience and Skills  

Required:  

• 8 -10   years of relevant experience in enterprise applications, legal technology, or data/integration domains.   

• Experience leading technology teams, including performance management, coaching, and talent development.   

• Strong experience implementing or managing legal systems (e.g., legal spend management, matter management, or IP systems).  

• Demonstrated   expertise   in systems integration, data architecture, and enterprise application delivery.  

• Understanding of   data governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements in a global environment.  

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs and deliver complex technology initiatives on time and within budget.  

• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.  

Preferred:  

• Experience with platforms such as e-billing/legal spend tools, matter management systems, or IP management solutions.  

• Familiarity with cloud technologies, APIs, middleware, and integration platforms.  

• Knowledge of data analytics, reporting tools, and dashboard development.  

• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with Legal, Finance, and IT stakeholders.  

• Exposure to   vendor management and contract-related technology solutions.  

• Understanding of   legal operations processes and best practices.  

• Certifications in relevant technologies, cloud platforms, or project management (e.g., PMP, Agile).  

Other:  

• Language: English   required  

• Travel: Up to 10% (domestic and/or international)  

• Certifications: Relevant IT, cloud, or project management certifications preferred  

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