Explore Learning & Development Specialist Jobs

Learning & Development (L&D) Specialists help organizations build employee skills, improve performance, and support career growth. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including senior-level roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Whether your expertise is in training, instructional design, learning technology, or talent development, discover positions that match your experience and goals.

What Does a Learning & Development Specialist Do?

L&D Specialists assess organizational learning needs and create, deliver, and evaluate programs that help employees succeed. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include designing courses and learning materials, facilitating workshops, managing learning platforms, measuring training outcomes, and partnering with leaders to connect development programs to business priorities.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience in adult learning, instructional design, facilitation, needs assessment, and program evaluation. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), e-learning authoring tools, analytics, and change management can also be valuable. Strong communication, project management, stakeholder partnership, and presentation skills help specialists deliver effective learning experiences across an organization.

Career Paths in Learning and Development

Learning & Development Specialists may advance into roles such as Senior L&D Specialist, Instructional Designer, Learning Program Manager, Talent Development Manager, or Director of Learning and Development. Career options vary by organization and may emphasize leadership development, compliance training, technical enablement, employee onboarding, or enterprise-wide learning strategy.

Find High-Paying L&D Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and salary details, then focus your search on opportunities aligned with your background in learning strategy, training delivery, or instructional design.

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$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in applying human-centered design to enhance digital solutions for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, translating user needs into innovative, accessible experiences supported by...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $177K *

Transform the sales training landscape by designing and executing innovative educational programs for Trauma & Extremities, enhancing team competency and driving strategic growth in alignment with glo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Drive business growth by building relationships and delivering innovative solutions in the Higher Education sector. Leverage your expertise in sales and strategic transformation to meet client needs a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Unlock growth by leading sales initiatives with financial intermediaries, developing strategies to enhance client relationships, and driving MFS Investment products across diverse channels to achieve...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock AI-driven engineering transformation by collaborating with clients to enhance SDLC processes. Drive measurable improvements in delivery speed and quality through innovative solutions and hands...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K *

Shape the future of demand generation by developing strategies that maximize revenue impact through multi-channel programs and data-driven insights, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance client...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $118K *

Innovate content design strategies to enhance user experiences across digital platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to simplify complex healthcare information, ensuring clarity and access...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance software development by leading projects, mentoring engineers, and architecting solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and functionality while staying updated on technology...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of healthcare payment integrity by developing and enhancing clinical and coding solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with coding standards and optim...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $151K *

Shape the future of public health by leading the development of a statewide vaccine management and clinical case management system, ensuring seamless integration and support for local health departmen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Drive market and competitive intelligence initiatives to enhance strategic decision-making across teams. Build a high-performing function that delivers insights on customer behavior, market trends, an...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $120K *

Advance your career by implementing innovative SaaS solutions, configuring custom workflows, and driving system integration projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $138K *

Help us streamline partner diligence and change management processes, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner relationships and support their lendin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Drive growth by partnering with sales teams to identify and develop cybersecurity service opportunities. Lead consultative engagements, create proposals, and deliver impactful presentations while coll...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $208K *

Empower your career by leading innovative AI-driven product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive business outcomes through data-driven insights and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $172K *

Champion the development of scalable sales enablement programs, enhancing onboarding and training for AEs and SDRs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful resources and ensure eff...

Magna, UTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $132K *

Take ownership of multiple projects across various phases in financial services, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and drivi...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Elevate your career by managing key client relationships and driving account growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful training programs, ensuring client satisfaction and me...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate user research capabilities by architecting and scaling a comprehensive research engine that transforms product strategy through hands-on mixed-methods research and strategic cross-functional c...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Innovate global marketing enablement programs, enhance AI adoption, and elevate training initiatives to strategically support employer branding and recruitment marketing teams across regions, driving...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage with global teams to enhance marketing enablement and AI adoption. Own training programs, create resources, and drive generative AI usage, ensuring optimal practices for employer branding and r...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $289K *

Lead design for an innovative AI-native Strategic Portfolio Management suite. Collaborate with product and engineering leaders to establish design vision and manage a growing team of designers while a...

Mountain View, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $126K *

Unlock potential by supporting distribution teams with expert compliance and risk management strategies. Collaborate to enhance partner relations through training, presentations, and best practices, e...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of business development by identifying and shaping new market segments, building strategic relationships, and driving innovative opportunities that enhance growth and collaboratio...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform the workplace by aligning HR strategies with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance employee engagement, manage complex relations, and drive compliance while supporting multiple...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Learning & Development Specialist do?question toggle

    A Learning & Development Specialist identifies employee learning needs and develops, delivers, or evaluates programs that build skills and improve workplace performance. Duties can include instructional design, training facilitation, LMS administration, and measuring program results.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Learning & Development Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek experience in training, adult learning, instructional design, or talent development. Knowledge of learning management systems, e-learning tools, program evaluation, and project management may also be useful.

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

    Compensation varies by employer, seniority, location, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, so review individual listings for current salary information and role requirements.

  • What career paths can follow a Learning & Development Specialist role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, specialists may move into senior specialist, instructional design, learning program management, talent development leadership, or director-level roles. The best path depends on whether you specialize in areas such as leadership development, learning technology, or organizational strategy.

  • Where can I find Learning & Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Learning & Development Specialist listings and compare each role’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.