Commercial Compliance Manager Northern Cluster| Johnson&Johnson|MedTech| UK & Nordics

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Compliance professional to join our Vision business as a Commercial Compliance Manager supporting both the UK and Nordic markets. This is a high-profile role partnering directly with business leaders, helping them navigate complex decisions, manage risk effectively and enable sustainable, ethical business growth. Acting as a trusted adviser, you will operate at the intersection of strategy, governance and business execution, providing practical, risk-based guidance that supports the organisation in achieving its objectives while maintaining high standards of integrity and compliance.

Key responsibilities

Business partnering

• Act as a trusted business partner to UK and Nordic leadership teams.
• Provide practical, commercially focused compliance guidance on strategic initiatives, business activities and emerging opportunities.
• Support decision-making by translating compliance requirements into clear and actionable business advice.

Governance and risk management

• Support governance and monitoring activities to assess adherence to company policies and standards.
• Identify areas of risk and partner with stakeholders to develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Drive a proactive risk-management culture across supported markets.

Compliance programme delivery

• Provide oversight and support across Healthcare Compliance, Privacy, Careful Communications and Records Management activities.
• Support implementation of global and regional compliance requirements within local markets.
• Act as a key contact for compliance-related projects, initiatives and business change programmes.

Continuous improvement

• Identify opportunities to simplify processes and enhance ways of working.
• Drive practical solutions that improve efficiency, effectiveness and employee experience.
• Promote a modern, business-focused approach to compliance.

Leadership and team development

• Support and coach stakeholders to strengthen understanding of compliance responsibilities.
• Foster a strong culture of integrity and accountability across the business.
• Provide direct line management and development support to a Commercial Compliance Executive.
• Significant experience in Compliance, Risk, Governance, Audit, Legal, Privacy or another relevant control function.
• Strong business-partnering and stakeholder-management capability.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and working in complex matrix organisations.
• Confidence operating in ambiguous situations and balancing risk with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to challenge constructively.

Desirable experience

• Experience within healthcare, MedTech, pharmaceuticals, life sciences or another regulated industry.
• Exposure to healthcare compliance frameworks, industry codes or regulatory environments.
• People leadership or line-management experience.
• Experience leading projects or driving organisational change.

What success looks like

• Build trusted relationships with business leaders across multiple markets.
• Deliver practical compliance solutions that enable responsible business growth.
• Improve governance, controls and ways of working.
• Strengthen compliance culture and accountability throughout the organisation.
• Successfully lead and develop team capability while maintaining strong operational support for the business.

Why join?

This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership teams across multiple markets while making a tangible impact on business performance, governance and culture. It is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing strategic decisions and balancing commercial ambition with effective risk management.

Preferred Skills

Audit and Compliance Trends, Audit Findings and Recommendations, Compliance Management, Compliance Policies, Compliance Risk, Confidentiality, Consulting, Controls Compliance, Developing Others, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Legal Function, Legal Services, Policy Development, Risk Management Framework, Tactical Planning, Team Management

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