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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$122K - $218K *

Transform R&D Enablement by defining strategies and creating scalable learning products that enhance team capabilities, drive performance, and leverage emerging technologies to support technical teams...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $195K *

Transform the employee experience by driving performance management, leadership development, and training initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to ensure effective systems are in place for growth a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead training initiatives for UKG Pro HCM/WFM client engagements, ensuring effective content development and delivery. Collaborate with project teams to support change management and enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate workforce development by designing and implementing training programs that ensure safety, compliance, and skill enhancement in shipbuilding. Lead initiatives to build a high-performing, Navy-c...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $136K *

Unlock your potential by leading workforce transformation solutions that align business priorities with technology ecosystems. Engage with executives to design impactful strategies and drive measurabl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $158K *

Lead the design and development of impactful learning solutions that enhance employee success and align with strategic objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging, accessible, and eff...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $95K *

Innovate in nursing education by developing programs, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Lead competency evaluations and oversee employee health initiatives to enhance nur...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K *

Deliver impactful education and training to nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care, competency, and compliance with all regulatory standards. Collaborate closely with the Director of Nursin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical education through operational leadership and strategic planning. This role involves managing educational programs, fostering collaboration, and ensuri...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading educational program services, ensuring effective operations and compliance while fostering collaboration with staff, families, and community partners to enhance children's...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing education programs for children. Drive excellence in service delivery, staff management, and collaboration with families and community, ensuring effe...

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

$80K - $100K *

Champion the execution of HR initiatives, providing vital support in recruitment, program management, and operational efficiency to enhance talent acquisition and retention strategies for a Federal cl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by providing essential HR support and program management for federal recruitment initiatives. Collaborate with hiring managers and external partners to streamline processes and enh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Reimagine learning experiences in AI with a focus on curriculum innovation, community engagement, and adaptive training. Collaborate across teams to enhance educational outcomes and drive personalizat...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative training solutions and facilitating engaging learning experiences. Lead the development of complex training programs while collaborating with stake...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$199K - $270K *

Shape the future of software development by enhancing tooling, CI/CD, and operational workflows, ensuring teams can seamlessly transition code changes into production with improved speed, quality, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K *

Inspire change by leading workforce development and social enterprise initiatives. Drive revenue growth and sustainability while fostering team development and community partnerships. Play a key role...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies to secure major gifts, expand corporate partnerships, and drive revenue growth while managing a high-performing team and e...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving customer success and engagement for Enterprise clients. Manage complex accounts to ensure value realization, renewal readiness, and expansion through strategic planning and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $103K *

Join us to lead the design and enhancement of performance and talent programs, providing strategic guidance to foster a high-performance culture. Collaborate with leaders to optimize talent management...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $103K *

Drive performance and talent programs by consulting with leaders, enhancing processes, and fostering a high-performance culture. Leverage data insights to optimize talent management systems and suppor...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $103K *

Champion the design and enhancement of performance and talent programs, providing strategic guidance to leaders and HR partners. Drive process excellence and foster a high-performance culture through...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Champion HR operations by delivering high-quality support, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data integrity. Drive efficiency and problem resolution while empowering leadership to focus on strategi...

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead educational programs, enhance student success, and drive curriculum innovation while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration within the institution and with communi...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of technical training by delivering essential skills to craft personnel. Evaluate and enhance training programs while ensuring safety and compliance in a dynamic utility environme...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.