Senior Trademark & Copyright Counsel, Group Leader MedTech

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: Intellectual Property Law Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: Join Johnson & Johnson, where innovation, technology, and healthcare come together to transform the future of patient care. We are seeking an experienced Senior Trademark & Copyright Counsel to lead a critical global intellectual property function supporting one of the world’s most recognized healthcare organizations. In this highly visible leadership role, you will oversee a global trademark and copyright portfolio across Johnson & Johnson’s diverse MedTech businesses, partnering closely with senior business leaders, marketing teams, and legal colleagues to protect and strengthen our iconic brands worldwide. Beyond serving as a trusted advisor, you will lead and inspire a high-performing team of attorneys and trademark professionals, driving talent development, operational excellence, and a culture of collaboration and innovation. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned intellectual property leader who combines deep trademark and copyright expertise with a passion for people leadership, strategic business partnership, and navigating complex legal challenges in a dynamic global environment. At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, your work will directly support technologies and solutions that help improve and save lives around the world. Primary Responsibilities: •            Responsible for all aspects of trademark clearance, prosecution, maintenance and enforcement, as well as copyright and internet/domain name matters. •            Leads and manages a team of trademark and copyright professionals, including optimizing workflows, advancing talent development, and enhancing culture and engagement. •            Works closely with marketing clients and with other functional areas that support the business, providing proactive and strategic counseling that balances reasoned legal analysis with business needs. •            Directs contentious proceedings before courts, trademark offices and other government agencies worldwide, including management of outside counsel. •            Provides legal support for various commercial initiatives and transactions, including due diligence and the negotiation and drafting of a broad range of agreements. Qualifications/Requirements: •            Law degree from an ABA accredited law school with excellent academic credentials, and admission to and in good standing with at least one state bar required. •            A minimum of 10 years of trademark and copyright experience with a significant clearance and prosecution background as well as first-hand client counseling and education. •            In-house and medical device, pharmaceutical, and/or healthcare products experience preferred. •            Extensive knowledge of domestic and international laws, regulations, and processes relating to trademark, copyright and internet and domain name matters.