Sr. Manager Middle East Africa (MEA) and Turkey

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: Law Business Partners Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a   Sr. Manager MEA and   Turkey ,   located   in   Dubai, UAE.   This role provides senior legal support for DePuy Synthes operations across   MEA and Turkey .

Provide strategic legal support for distributor and indirect market operations,   advising   the business on the structuring, appointment, management, and termination of distributor relationships across multiple   jurisdictions    Draft,   review   and negotiate complex commercial agreements relating to distributor markets, including distribution, agency, channel partner, sales, supply, marketing, service, and related commercial arrangements   Support business growth in distributor markets by enabling expansion, managing legal risk in new channel models, and developing pragmatic, scalable legal solutions that balance compliance with commercial   objectives.   Manage disputes and performance issues involving distributors and channel partners, including escalation, enforcement of contractual rights, and coordination with external counsel where   required   Provide   legal guidance to business leaders   across  MEA and   Turkey   to ensure alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies   Manage and oversee legal risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and compliance initiatives across assigned markets   Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, partnering cross-functionally with commercial, finance, compliance, and other teams   Serve as liaison with external counsel and regulatory bodies, ensuring effective management of legal matters and outside counsel activities   Drive consistency and efficiency in legal processes, including development and implementation of policies, procedures, and tools   Lead and support regional legal projects and initiatives aligned with business priorities and organizational strategy   Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments, providing proactive guidance and training to   impacted   teams   Support ethics, compliance training initiatives, and promote a strong culture of integrity across the region.   Champion the transformation of legal service delivery through the effective use of AI, automation, digital platforms, and emerging technologies.   Reimagine legal workflows and operating models to deliver legal   services  more   efficiently to drive greater business value     Qualifications   Education:   • Bachelor’s degree required   • Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree required   • Admission to practice law in at least one   jurisdiction   required   Experience and Skills:   Required:     •   8-10 years of   experience providing legal counsel within a corporate, law firm, or in-house legal environment   Preferred:     • Experience supporting   MEA   and/or   Turkey   markets • Familiarity with healthcare regulations, commercial compliance, and industry standards   • Exposure