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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$96K - $118K *

Empower students with disabilities by developing and implementing tailored IEPs, collaborating with educators and parents, and fostering a supportive classroom environment to enhance learning outcomes...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic business development initiatives for USAF and USSF markets, leveraging industry insights and stakeholder relationships to identify opportunities, enhance brand recognition, and achieve...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a strategic role focused on business development for USAF and USSF markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, enhance brand recognition, and lea...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform business development strategies for USAF and USSF markets, driving growth through innovative solutions, stakeholder engagement, and strategic opportunity capture while leading a high-perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Deliver impactful educational experiences by building strategic partnerships and developing innovative medical education programs to enhance clinical outcomes and drive growth in healthcare training...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $98K *

Join a dynamic early childhood center as a leader, driving quality programs and nurturing partnerships with families and staff, while managing operations and fostering a supportive educational environ...

4 weeks ago

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

$74K - $133K *

Drive strategic continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing operational performance and culture across Canadian Distribution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize safety, quality, and...

Markham, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Advance strategic initiatives while managing cross-functional teams and partnerships. Collaborate closely with leadership to tackle complex projects that boost growth and market expansion across diver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving client acquisition and strategic partnerships, enhancing assets under management through relationship-building with high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care quality. Collaborate with clinical teams and stakeholders to analyze data, develop best practices, and ensure compliance wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by supporting nurses in delivering exceptional patient care. Leverage your expertise in nursing leadership to enhance clinical outcomes and foster a compassionate healthcare envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $130K *

Join us to execute comprehensive HR support across AMER, enhancing employee experience and ensuring compliance. Act as a trusted advisor, manage lifecycle activities, and coordinate immigration proces...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Innovate the future of AI partnerships by driving revenue through strategic partner relationships and self-sourced enterprise accounts. Lead full sales cycles, collaborate cross-functionally, and shap...

Massachusetts, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive business development by converting partner leads and building a self-sourced pipeline in enterprise sectors. Collaborate with partners and clients to enhance AI implementa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Advance business development efforts by converting partner leads and building new pipelines in target industries. Collaborate with leadership to drive sales cycles and foster relationships within the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by partnering with hiring leaders to shape recruiting strategies, enhance candidate experiences, and build strong talent pipelines in the architecture, engineering, and design sect...

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

$80K - $90K *

Explore a dynamic role where you'll partner with leaders to shape recruiting strategies, enhance candidate experiences, and build talent pipelines in the architecture and engineering sectors. Join a c...

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

$80K - $90K *

Partner with us to shape talent acquisition strategies and build strong candidate pipelines. Leverage your expertise to influence hiring leaders, enhance candidate experiences, and drive recruitment i...

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a dynamic HR team as a Talent Acquisition Partner, where you'll shape recruiting strategies, build talent pipelines, and enhance candidate experiences. Collaborate with hiring leaders to attract...

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

$80K - $90K *

Engage with us to drive talent acquisition strategies, build partnerships, and enhance candidate experiences. Leverage market insights and creative sourcing to attract top talent in the architecture...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Elevate talent acquisition efforts by building strategic partnerships, advising on recruiting strategies, and enhancing candidate experiences. Drive innovative sourcing methods to attract top talent i...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Drive your career forward as a strategic Talent Acquisition Partner, collaborating with hiring leaders to enhance recruiting strategies and attract top talent. Leverage market insights and creative so...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Transform your career by partnering with leaders to shape recruiting strategies, enhance candidate experiences, and build strong talent pipelines in the architecture, engineering, and design sectors...

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

$80K - $90K *

Unlock strategic talent acquisition by partnering with hiring leaders to enhance recruiting strategies, build strong candidate pipelines, and deliver exceptional candidate experiences in a collaborati...

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

$73K - $97K *

Unlock potential by driving global enablement programs, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and leveraging data insights to improve operational excellence within a dynamic team environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.