Director, Learning & Development Jobs

Explore Director, Learning & Development opportunities with organizations seeking senior leaders to shape employee growth and business performance. These roles guide learning strategy, develop leadership capabilities, and build programs that help teams adapt, perform, and advance. Find vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Director of Learning & Development Do?

Directors of Learning & Development (L&D) set the direction for how employees build skills throughout their careers. They assess organizational needs, oversee training and leadership programs, manage learning teams and budgets, and evaluate whether initiatives are improving capability and results. Depending on the employer, the role may also cover talent development, onboarding, succession planning, instructional design, or learning technology.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strategic planning, people leadership, program design, and strong communication skills. Experience connecting learning initiatives to business goals is especially valuable, as is the ability to measure outcomes and use feedback or workforce data to improve programs. Familiarity with learning management systems, digital learning tools, change management, and leadership development can also be important. Requirements vary by organization and industry.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level L&D professionals can find opportunities across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and large consumer businesses. Compensation depends on factors such as location, company size, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover senior opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Find Director, Learning & Development Jobs on Ladders

Browse current Director, Learning & Development openings and review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Use Ladders to find high-paying professional roles where you can shape learning strategy, strengthen leadership pipelines, and help organizations develop their people.

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$121K - $171K *

Drive the evolution of Learning & Development operations, leading strategic initiatives to enhance employee performance and business transformation while ensuring effective governance and operational...

London, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing employee capabilities by managing an innovative learning and development strategy that enhances technical and leadership skills across the organization, ensuring alignmen...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, aligning workforce insights with business objectives to enhance organizational performance, leadership capability, and talent readiness across a...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $125K *

Champion employee growth by leading innovative learning initiatives and managing a dynamic L&D team. Drive strategy and execution of training programs that enhance skills, support career pathways, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K *

Transform employee potential through the development and administration of impactful training programs, managing the Learning Management System to ensure effective tracking and delivery of corporate l...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Shape the future of employee development by designing, delivering, and managing impactful training programs. Leverage your skills in LMS administration and instructional design to enhance organization...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K *

Contribute to impactful training programs by managing LMS and delivering engaging sessions. Collaborate on curriculum development and ensure all training activities are tracked accurately to enhance e...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Optimize learning experiences by architecting a comprehensive training strategy, leading a high-impact development team, and elevating employee potential across all levels through innovative program d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading impactful learning initiatives, assessing training needs, and delivering tailored professional development programs that enhance organizational growth and leadership capabi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Empower business success by designing impactful learning solutions that enhance skills and drive performance. Collaborate with leaders to identify gaps, develop programs, and foster growth through str...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive learning strategy that fosters a culture of continuous improvement, enhances employee capabilities, and drives business performance across all org...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $175K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative learning and development programs, partnering with stakeholders to enhance professional growth and career pathways for staff and lawyers, while fostering a c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $175K *

Empower your career by leading innovative learning and development initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design impactful programs that enhance professional growth and drive organizational suc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Transform organizational learning by leading impactful L&D initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to identify skills gaps, design engaging programs, and enhance performance. Drive strategic goals throu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $225K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the development of skills and leadership capabilities across the organization, ensuring employees are equipped for current and future challenges through inn...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Engage in building a robust learning and leadership development strategy that enhances employee capabilities, fosters a culture of continuous learning, and prepares leaders for future challenges acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the strategy for knowledge and capability-building, enhancing learning solutions for staff. Collaborate with leaders and vendors to ensure effective training aligns with operational needs and gov...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Elevate learning and development initiatives by partnering with leadership to design and implement impactful training programs, utilizing innovative tools and strategies to enhance organizational perf...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Deliver a transformative learning strategy that enhances organizational growth, accelerates onboarding, and fosters leadership development through innovative training solutions and data-driven insight...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower organizational growth by leading innovative development initiatives that enhance leadership effectiveness and workforce capability. Drive strategic solutions from concept to execution, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic L&D Partner, aligning learning initiatives with business goals. Design impactful development solutions to enhance leadership and team performance, driving measurab...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $90K *

Lead the charge in advancing learning and development initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with leaders to design impactful programs that enhance employee engagemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$166K - $282K *

Transform learning and development strategies to enhance talent capabilities, drive performance, and foster a high-performing global team. Collaborate across functions to create scalable solutions tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate organizational learning by leading strategic initiatives that enhance staff capabilities, ensuring alignment with goals and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improve...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of learning by leading strategic initiatives that empower staff with essential skills and knowledge, ensuring exceptional service delivery and alignment with organizational goals acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Learning & Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Learning & Development leads an organization’s employee learning strategy. Typical responsibilities include identifying skill needs, overseeing training and leadership programs, managing learning teams or budgets, and measuring program effectiveness.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Learning & Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek substantial experience in learning, talent development, or organizational development, along with a record of leading programs and teams. Requirements differ; some positions prefer a relevant degree, industry knowledge, or expertise in learning technology and measurement.

  • What skills are important for an L&D director?question toggle

    Strategic thinking, communication, people leadership, program design, change management, and the ability to connect learning to business outcomes are frequently valued. Data analysis and familiarity with learning platforms may also be useful.

  • How much do Director, Learning & Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for current salary information.

  • Where can I find Director, Learning & Development jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for current Director, Learning & Development openings, then review listings for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to find roles that match your experience.