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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$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to manage complex risk reviews, ensuring compliant product launches. Leverage program management expertise to optimize processes and build trust with stakeholders th...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of server hardware validation. As a Lead Software Test Development Engineer, you'll design and develop test systems, ensuring quality and reliability in large-sca...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence by leading high-performing teams in building and modernizing enterprise applications. Drive technical strategy, foster innovation, and ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $273K *

Innovate advanced people analytics strategies to uncover insights, drive workforce solutions, and enhance employee experience. Lead complex analyses, translating business challenges into actionable fr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Advance the development of an AI-driven claims agent, enhancing its capabilities through rigorous evaluation and real-time feedback. Collaborate on architecture, voice interactions, and ensure quality...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $106K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $246K *

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CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $148K *

Transform your career by leading complex projects, managing resources, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain client relationship...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Invent advanced AI agents by leveraging your expertise in multi-agent systems and software development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance AI capabilities and deliver innovative solutions in a...

Maryland, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $160K *

Drive impactful learning experiences by designing innovative training solutions that enhance agent performance and business outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging content that reso...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize global hiring outcomes by delivering a seamless full lifecycle recruiting experience. Partner with leaders and enhance talent strategies to attract top candidates acros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $115K *

Shape the future of client onboarding by leading implementation processes, ensuring satisfaction, and driving best practices in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance client experien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $164K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead transformative AI consulting engagements, driving business value through innovative strategies and solutions. Collaborate with clients to assess processes, develop roadmaps, and implement AI tech...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

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Washington, DCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the onboarding experience for enterprise customers by leading seamless implementations, balancing technical demands with stakeholder communication, and driving effective project management t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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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.