Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are essential to continue building our history of pioneering and innovation, which has been impacting the health of more than 1 billion patients and consumers every day for more than 130 years. Regardless of your race, belief, sexual orientation, religion, or any other trait, YOU are welcome in all open positions at the largest healthcare company in the world.When You Join Johnson & Johnson, Your Move Could Mean Our Next Breakthrough.**We are searching for the best talent for Brazil Legal Director MedTech to be in Sao Paulo, Brazil.**Johnson & Johnson is a renowned leader in the MedTech industry, committed to enhancing human health and well-being. We are looking for an experienced and accomplished Legal Director to join our team in Brazil. As a Legal Director at Johnson & Johnson, you will have the chance to positively influence our Medical Device businesses, encompassing Surgery, Orthopedics, Interventional Solutions, Visioncare, and Surgical Vision.**Responsibilities**:- Provide strategic and operational legal counsel to support all of Johnson & Johnson's Medical Device businesses in Brazil- Prepare, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements- Collaborate with essential partners to identify legal priorities and ensure compliance.- Support transformational projects to improve our distribution networks and go-to-market models- Engage with the business and global functions to ensure compliance and develop appropriate procedures- Investigate sensitive compliance issues and address governmental inquiries- Provide training to local teams on key legal topics- Support acquisition and divestiture projects- Advise on corporate matters including strategic partnerships, commercial deals, and risk assessment- Support HCC, Privacy, and other functions- Monitor and analyze critical legislation and regulations- Review legal and corporate governance structures- Manage and develop a team of lawyers and paralegals- Select and manage outside counsel and departmental budget- Lead the Law Department's strategies in Brazil- Optimize systems and processes for effective contract review and negotiation- Draft critical contract templates and standardize department processes- Engage in trade associations to shape the industry environment**Qualifications**:**Love this role? See the requirements below!**:- Graduate from an accredited law school- Member of the Brazilian Bar- Managerial experience (team of lawyers)- At least 10 years of relevant legal experience- Fluency in written and spoken English- Knowledge of Spanish is a plus- Experience working in large and/or complex organizations is a plus- Ability to advise and influence senior management- LLM in US, UK, or similar jurisdiction is highly desired- Broad-based commercial and corporate experience in Brazil is highly desired- Experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex agreements- Experience in setting up legal entities and/or joint venture projects is a plus- Strong attention to detail and familiarity with project management is a bonus.- Skill working with trade associations to shape the environment is a plus**Skills & Capabilities**:- Strong drive for results and a strong sense of ownership/accountability- Skilled in effectively collaborating with colleagues across departments, fostering proactive engagement.- Sound judgement and ability to think in a structured way- Ability to work independently and effectively across a matrixed organization- Superior communication skills- Comfortable working with diverse teams and businesses- Open-minded individual who can develop ideas and have a positive impact on others- Ability to manage conflicts in an open and constructive manner- Able to set an example and ensure high ethical and compliance standards- Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and simplifying complicated issues- Excellent interpersonal and listening skills- Good self-awareness and eagerness to seek and receive feedback- Ability to take ownership for performance and development- Ability to identify, acquire, and develop high potential talent- Ability to embrace diverse perspectives and foster diversity and inclusion- Ability to engage in transparent and constructive conversationsEqual Opportunity Employer: Johnson & Johnson is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
