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 *

Lead the transformation of Developer Experience and SDLC modernization, driving AI-assisted development and automation across teams. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to enhance software de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $178K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading workforce development initiatives, designing effective training programs, and enhancing employee capabilities to ensure a skilled workforce aligned with organi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Drive the workforce development strategy to enhance operational stability, accelerate operator progression, and cultivate a talent pipeline by partnering with leadership and refining training programs...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Shape the workforce by developing impactful training strategies and programs that enhance employee capabilities, ensuring alignment with operational goals and continuous improvement to meet both short...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Innovate workforce development strategies to ensure operational stability and enhance employee training, fostering a talent pipeline and supporting long-term growth goals across multiple operational a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Join a team that drives workforce development by accelerating operator training and elevating skills. Lead training strategies, foster a learning culture, and ensure operational stability through effe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Drive the future of workforce development by leading training strategies, enhancing skills, and ensuring operational stability through a robust talent pipeline. Collaborate with leadership to foster a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Empower the workforce through innovative training strategies and leadership to enhance operator skills, ensuring operational success and long-term organizational growth in a dynamic manufacturing envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $178K *

Join a team that shapes the future by leading workforce development initiatives. Utilize your expertise to design training programs that accelerate operational capabilities, ensuring a skilled workfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform network infrastructure by configuring and maintaining routers and switches, ensuring optimal performance and security. Lead technical direction for NOC staff, manage maintenance schedules, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of operational efficiency by driving integrations and improvements across a growing platform. Collaborate with teams, streamline processes, and enhance communication while facilitatin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $292K *

Shape the future of maritime defense by designing and deploying AI solutions for factory operations. Leverage your expertise to transform inspection processes into efficient AI workflows, enhancing pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing targeted communication campaigns, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance customer engagement and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating innovative training programs for medical imaging software. This role requires designing engaging instructional content and collaborating globally to enhance cl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $84K *

Design and deliver impactful training programs to enhance employee performance and service quality. Collaborate across departments to assess needs, implement innovative solutions, and foster a culture...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $170K *

Design innovative AI-enhanced learning experiences for students. Lead product strategy and delivery, collaborating across teams to translate needs into actionable products. Optimize features for engag...

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

$190K - $286K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-wide leadership and talent development strategies that drive organizational growth and enhance employee engagement through innovative, data-driven learning soluti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Drive the design and development of foundational literacy instruction for K-5, ensuring alignment with a cohesive curriculum. Shape assessment, differentiation, and usability, while leveraging researc...

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

$182K - $214K *

Empower transformation by leading innovative learning initiatives that enhance organizational capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to modernize practices and create impactful solutions for a hi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive success by managing full-cycle sales for faith-based schools and networks. Cultivate opportunities, engage clients, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve sales targets and enhan...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Elevate team performance by bridging technical training and knowledge sharing. As a Knowledge & Learning Program Manager, you will enhance operational readiness and champion knowledge management acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $100K *

Champion the development of innovative learning strategies, aligning readiness initiatives with operational workflows to enhance support teams' efficiency and customer experience through robust knowle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by bridging technical training and knowledge sharing, enhancing operational readiness and efficiency. Lead agile, role-based learning paths, champion knowledge management practices, a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of knowledge management by bridging formal training and on-the-job learning. You will develop role-based paths and apply best practices to enhance support team readiness and operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.