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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$110K - $130K *

Transform talent management by leading innovative programs that enhance performance, succession planning, and career development. Drive impactful strategies while fostering collaboration across teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$183K - $248K *

Inspire the evolution of enterprise learning by leading innovative strategies that integrate AI and data-driven solutions. Drive upskilling initiatives to enhance workforce capabilities and ensure ali...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $150K *

Drive employee growth and engagement by leading innovative learning and development initiatives. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to enhance performance, retention, and a culture of continuous...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of talent development through innovative learning solutions. Collaborate with global teams to enhance manager capabilities, boost organizational effectiveness, an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate workforce capabilities by developing and managing training programs that enhance productivity and operational performance. Collaborate across departments to implement effective learning soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $130K *

Champion innovative learning solutions by designing engaging, learner-centric experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate AI and Agile methodologies, driving measurable behavior change acr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Develop impactful learning systems to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive climate action. Collaborate across functions to analyze data, generate insights, and communicate findings, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $99K *

Advance the quality of early childhood education by leading multiple schools, ensuring safety, profitability, and compliance while coaching directors to achieve performance goals and enhance family ex...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $99K *

Play a key role in ensuring operational excellence across multiple childcare centers, driving enrollment, retention, and performance while coaching leadership teams to meet key performance indicators...

5 days ago

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

$200K - $215K *

Drive strategic paid search and video initiatives, managing significant budgets and agency relationships. Serve as a key individual contributor, providing insights to executives while innovating acros...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing professional development programs for attorneys, enhancing learning opportunities, and facilitating performance evaluations. Collaborate with department...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of legal talent development by managing impactful training programs and evaluations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance lawyer performance and ensure alignment with firm strategie...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $175K *

Empower legal professionals by leading comprehensive professional development programs, creating impactful training initiatives, and managing the evaluation processes to enhance attorney skills and ca...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive organizational growth by designing and implementing impactful learning programs. Collaborate with leaders to assess needs, enhance workforce capabilities, and evaluate training effectiveness, en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading strategic learning initiatives that enhance workforce capabilities, drive leadership effectiveness, and improve organizational performance through innovative training so...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $105K *

Lead impactful marketing strategies for new school launches and activations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance brand presence, drive enrollment, and optimize performance through data-driven in...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape impactful training programs by leveraging your expertise in instructional design. Collaborate with diverse teams to create engaging learning experiences that meet the unique needs of the Federal...

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

$93K - $127K *

Lead the charge in innovative product development and optimization projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance consumer insights and drive technical excellence in packaging and proces...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Design and implement innovative learning programs that enhance employee growth and foster a positive development culture. Lead a team to collaborate with departments, ensuring effective training initi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of training by leading the Helios curriculum strategy and lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective learning solutions that empower personnel to deploy and support Helio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop engaging learning programs that enhance workforce skills. Leverage your expertise in instructional design and technology to create scalable training solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $160K *

Pioneer growth in a dynamic market by leading a team of Center Directors. Drive quality, enhance family engagement, and manage a portfolio of childcare centers to achieve excellence and revenue goals...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in our multi-unit childcare operations. You'll empower Center Directors, enhance educational quality, nurture client relationships, and drive business gro...

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of education by leading operational excellence, driving enrollment growth, and fostering a high-performance culture. This senior leadership role demands strategic vision, compliance e...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $87K *

Empower nursing staff through education and training, ensuring compliance with care standards. Develop programs, supervise orientations, and evaluate competencies to enhance nursing practices and pati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.