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 . Key Responsibilities: 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 to legal technology tools, process optimization, and automation initiatives • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving business environment • Strong business acumen with a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset Other: • Language requirements – Fluency in English and Arabic required • Travel percentage – Up to 20% (primarily within Europe) • Certifications – Not required ; bar admission must be maintained as applicable For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit </