About the Role
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Professional Education Lead located in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France.
Job Function: Medical Affairs Group
Job Sub Function: Professional Medical Education
Job Category: Professional
Location: Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
General Mission
Define and drive the strategic education agenda for DePuy Synthes France (Professional & Commercial) to accelerate adoption of solutions, develop internal skills, and strengthen HCP/HCO partnerships, in alignment with France and EMEA/Global priorities.
Main Responsibilities
•Build and execute the annual education plan (HCP) and commercial training plan (Sales/Marketing teams), with objectives, pathways, calendar, budgets and KPIs.
•Ensure close alignment with Franchises, Marketing, Sales, Clinical/Medical and Quality/Compliance to guarantee scientific consistency, business impact and execution.
•Design, organize and run external education initiatives: Centers of Excellence, workshops, cadaver/animal labs where applicable, symposiums, congresses, digital/blended formats, incorporating clinical and market trends.
•Collect and analyze HCP/HCO educational needs; develop a strong network of KOLs and training centers; co-build high-value-added programs.
•Deploy innovative solutions (simulation, digital, certifying pathways, proctoring) and launch differentiating projects, including "commercial enablement" (sales pitches, product technique, competition, value, compliance).
•With Clinical/Medical teams, build educational partnerships with HCPs, HCO, learned societies and associations, and represent DePuy Synthes France on key initiatives.
•Evaluate and steer requests for educational support/funding: analysis, internal validation, contracting, budget tracking and compliance (internal processes/tools), and support HCO/HCP in execution and reporting.
•Carry out the annual needs analysis (HCP and internal), anticipate priorities 12–24 months ahead and measure impact via KPIs (participation, satisfaction, skills transfer, adoption, commercial performance).
•Ensure compliance with rules of ethics and transparency (HCP/HCO interactions, events, contracts, budgets, documentation).
•Coordinate with the EMEA Education team and Global stakeholders to adapt strategy to the French market and support French HCP participation in international programs.
•Manage and develop the Education team (direct/indirect): recruitment/onboarding, goal setting, coaching, upskilling, prioritization and allocation of resources (internal/external).
Main Leadership Commitments
•Create a collaborative dynamic with internal/external stakeholders and turn needs into action plans.
•Build lasting relationships with HCP/HCO, based on clinical value, pedagogical quality and ethics.
•Leverage field feedback (HCPs and sales teams) to continuously improve content, formats and effectiveness.
•Unite, prioritize and execute with rigor (deadlines, budget, quality), steering providers/partners as needed.
•Contribute to advisory boards/scientific bodies when education topics are concerned.
•Turn feedback into concrete actions creating value for patients, HCPs and DePuy Synthes France.
•Challenge the status quo and innovate in pedagogical approaches.
•Adapt and deploy EMEA/Global programs in France (content, logistics, compliance, impact measurement).
•Co-build and deploy the commercial education strategy: onboarding, continuous training, launches, execution excellence, tools and certification.
•Lead the education components of national and regional congresses (content, speakers, logistics, compliance, measurement).
•Promote an inclusive, respectful and performance-oriented environment.
•Communicate with impact (presentation, influence, clinical storytelling and value).
•Ensure portfolio management (prioritization, governance, risks) and delivery of programs according to expected deadlines/results.
•Track and highlight the impact of programs (quality, safety, experience, adoption and performance) via shared indicators.
•Prioritize and optimize execution (formats, providers, sites, costs) to maximize reach and effectiveness.
•Carry the Education value proposition of DePuy Synthes France to internal teams and external partners.
Required Experience and Skills
Key Skills
•Education: biomedical engineer or business school (preference for marketing).
•5 years of experience in a MedTech/Pharma company in the therapeutic field of the franchise: education, clinical, or sales/marketing.
•Strong communication skills.
•Ability to build a relationship of trust with HCPs and HCOs.
•Passion for innovation, track record of success with autonomy, results-oriented.
•Collaborative spirit.
•Ability to manage complexity, cope with uncertainty and innovate.
•Knowledge of learning principles. Knowledge of HCPs' professional journey.
•Versatility: involvement in strategic, tactical and daily activities, with the ability to step back and take a big-picture view.
•Integrity, sense of responsibility and high standards of ethics and compliance.
•Professional proficiency in English.
•Location in the Paris region preferred. ≥40% travel to be expected.
Context
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate its Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans.
Preferred Skills
AI Judgement Integration, Brand Marketing, Channel Partner Enablement, Coaching, Digital Strategy, Global Market, Learning Materials Development, Medical Affairs, Medical Communications, Organizing, Process Improvements, Program Management, Sales Enablement, Sales Presentations, Strategic Sales Planning, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility, Training People
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €71,300.00 - €116,725.00
In addition to base pay, benefits include: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade/location, where the actual amount is based on employees' and company performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health, service anniversary and recognition awards, and insurance plans (subject to the terms of their respective plans; in some locations, eligible dependents can also participate).
