Posted:
5/20/2026, 8:36:44 AM
Location(s):
Utrecht, Netherlands ⋅ Flemish Brabant, Belgium ⋅ Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands ⋅ Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Legal & Compliance
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Job Function:
Regulatory Affairs GroupJob Sub Function:
Regulatory AffairsJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Amersfoort, Utrecht, Netherlands, Diegem, Flemish Brabant, Belgium, Warsaw, Masovian, PolandJob Description:
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.DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Director, QARA European MSM & CEE, located in Warsaw, Poland or Benelux
Job Overview
The Director, QARA European MSM & CEE is responsible for providing senior leadership for Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs across European MSM and Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) markets within the International QARA organization. This role ensures consistent regulatory compliance, quality system execution, and effective market access across diverse and complex markets. The position has significant strategic impact by shaping regional QARA strategy, enabling sustainable business growth, and serving as a key partner to Commercial, Supply Chain, and Global QARA leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs across European MSM and CEE markets.
Ensure compliance with regional and country‑specific regulatory requirements, EU MDR, internal policies, and quality system standards.
Oversee regulatory strategy, submissions, and lifecycle management activities across the assigned markets.
Serve as the senior QARA escalation point for European MSM & CEE Local Market Support.
Partner with Commercial, Supply Chain, Quality, and Global Regulatory teams to support compliant product distribution and business initiatives.
Monitor regulatory and quality trends, assess risks, and drive mitigation strategies across the region.
Lead audit and inspection readiness, including internal audits, external audits, and health authority inspections.
Lead, coach, and develop regional QARA leaders and teams, fostering a strong quality and compliance culture.
Ensuring proactive engagement and shaping of regional policy initiatives that are critical to business strategy, continuity, and growth.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline (required).
Advanced degree in a scientific, regulatory, or business field (preferred).
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Typically 10-12 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, or related roles within a regulated industry.
Demonstrated senior leadership experience managing multi‑country or regional QARA organizations.
Strong working knowledge of EU MDR and European regulatory frameworks.
Experience supporting audits, inspections, and health authority interactions at a regional level.
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively in a matrixed environment.
Preferred:
Experience in medical devices, orthopedics, or other highly regulated healthcare industries.
Experience working within International or emerging market regulatory operating models.
Familiarity with CEE market regulatory requirements and business environments.
Experience leading regulatory or quality transformations across regions.
Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) or equivalent.
Belgian citizenship with valid passport.
Strong strategic thinking, communication, and decision‑making skills.
Other:
Language: English required; additional European languages preferred.
Travel: Moderate regional and occasional international travel.
Certifications: Regulatory or Quality certifications preferred but not required.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Business Writing, Compliance Risk, Fact-Based Decision Making, Industry Analysis, Legal Support, Mentorship, Product Licensing, Public Policies, Regulatory Affairs Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Development, Regulatory Environment, Risk Assessments, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility
The anticipated base pay range for this position is:
zł435,000.00 - zł752,100.00
Benefits:
In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
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