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 https://www.jnj.com **Job Function:** Human Resources **Job Sub** **Function:** Total Rewards **Job Category:** People Leader **All Job Posting Locations:** New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America **Job Description:** We are searching for the best talent for a **Head of Compensation - Corporate Functions and EMEA Total Rewards** located in **New Brunswick, NJ.** Johnson & Johnson is seeking a strategic, results-driven Head of Compensation to lead compensation strategy, design and delivery for our corporate functions (Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, and other corporate groups) and to provide regional leadership for compensation & benefits across EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa). This role will lead large initiatives / projects, aid in the design market‑competitive pay programs, construct executive offers, support A&D activity (acquisitions and divestitures), and lead year‑end and year-round compensation strategies. The ideal candidate combines deep technical compensation expertise with strong leadership, analytical rigor, and collaborative stakeholder management. **Key Responsibilities** + Lead compensation strategy, design and governance for Johnson & Johnson’s corporate functions globally, ensuring alignment to business strategy and pay philosophy. + Lead the EMEA compensation & benefits team— ensure local market competitiveness, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the company’s pay for performance philosophy. + Design and maintain base pay and bonus structures for EMEA. + Construct, negotiate and deliver executive offers (senior management and above). + Support integrations, acquisitions and divestitures from a compensation perspective (due diligence input, offer design, harmonization, implementation and termination scenarios). + Lead year‑end reward cycle planning and execution (merit, bonus, long-term incentives) and develop year‑round strategies to support retention and performance objectives for respective client groups. + Partner with HR and business partners to translate business needs into effective compensation solutions. + Oversee compensation analytics: market benchmarking, cost modeling and scenario planning to inform decision‑making. + Lead, develop and coach a high-performing compensation team; manage external vendor relationships (market data providers, consultants). + Communicate compensation programs and changes clearly to leaders and employees; provide training and enablement to HR partners. **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics or related field (advanced degree such as MBA or master’s in HR/comp preferred) or equivalent experience. + 10+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on compensation design and program management. + Demonstrated experience designing and managing compensation programs across corporate functions and multiple geographies, preferably including EMEA. + Proven experience constructing executive offers and supporting compensation in A&D transactions. + Strong analytical capability — able to interpret market data, build financial models, and produce actionable insights. + Excellent project management skills; experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives with tight timelines. + Experience leading and developing teams. + Strategic thinker with a results orientation and a collaborative, stakeholder‑first approach. + Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present to senior leaders and cross‑functional teams. **Preferred** + Deep familiarity with EMEA compensation markets, regulatory requirements, and benefits landscapes. + Experience with global HRIS and compensation platforms (e.g., Workday or similar) + Experience at a large, matrixed multinational organization and exposure to highly regulated industries. **Core Competencies & Behaviors** + Strategic orientation and business acumen — aligns compensation design with corporate objectives. + Analytical mindset — data‑driven and detail-oriented. + Leadership presence — builds influence with executives, HR leaders, and cross-functional partners. + Collaboration and stakeholder management — able to navigate complex, matrixed environments. + Integrity and confidentiality — handles sensitive compensation and executive information responsibly. + Change leadership — comfortable leading transformation and continuous improvement. **Travel & Work Environment** + Regular collaboration with EMEA stakeholders; travel within the region may be required (estimated up to 10%, subject to business needs). + Hybrid work model aligned with business and local policies. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. \#LI-Hybrid **Required Skills:** **Preferred Skills:** Change Management, Collaborating, Compensation and Benefits Policies and Procedures, Compensation and Benefits Trends, Compensation Committee, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategies, Developing Others, Employee Compensation and Benefits, Employee Rewards Programs, HR Strategic Management, Incentive Plan Design, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Tactical Planning, Talent Management **The anticipated base pay range for this position is :** $178,000.00 - $307,050.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits