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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$80K - $95K *

Empower nursing education by managing clinical experiences, ensuring compliance, and enhancing quality. Collaborate with faculty and clinical sites to optimize student learning outcomes and support co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to develop enterprise applications. Leverage cutting-edge AI tools to enhance coding efficiency and contribute to innovative software solutions that dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $110K *

Unlock potential by guiding youth through job readiness training and career exploration. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop impactful curricula and internship opportunities, ensuring participan...

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

$74K - $123K *

Champion the delivery of exceptional patient care as an RN, leveraging your experience to assess needs, develop plans, and collaborate with a diverse healthcare team in a supportive environment dedica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$74K - $123K *

Accelerate progress at unlocking patient care excellence through innovative nursing practices. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, provide tailored education, and ensure high-quality service in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Champion talent development by optimizing organizational structure and driving performance. Collaborate with HR leaders to assess needs, design impactful interventions, measure outcomes, and enhance w...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of talent development by leading organization design and enhancing workforce capabilities. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize organizational structure and drive performance i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $136K *

Oversee and enhance curriculum, instruction, and professional learning for Pre-K-5 education. Lead strategic initiatives to align education standards with student achievement and educator effectivenes...

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of analytics engineering by leading teams to transform data into trusted, reusable analytical products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure scalable, cloud-ready solu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of aerospace by managing complex flight test projects, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and budget. Drive risk mitigation and enhance orga...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Grow your career with a strategic role driving enterprise client deployments. Own post-sales outcomes, convert pilots to long-term contracts, and identify expansion opportunities while collaborating w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining client engagement by driving enterprise deployments, converting pilots into long-term contracts, and expanding use cases. Collaborate with Fortune 500 companies to achiev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $171K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing impactful education programs and strategies. Leverage your expertise to engage key opinion leaders, manage training resources, and drive process improvements...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Innovate your career by developing impactful education programs and strategies. Engage with key opinion leaders and manage training initiatives to enhance product outcomes while driving operational ef...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Transform educational strategies by developing impactful training programs, engaging key opinion leaders, and managing vendor relationships to enhance product outcomes and operational efficiency in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Champion the development of Professional Education programs, engaging KOLs and managing training tools to enhance product outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives and process improvements while collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Accelerate progress at developing innovative education programs and strategies. Engage with key opinion leaders and manage training resources to enhance product outcomes while driving operational effi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing educational programs, managing vendor relationships, and driving process improvements to enhance product outcomes and training effectiveness across the org...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational management for educational programs, enhancing learner well-being and accessibility. Collaborate across departments to implement initiatives, manage resour...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion workforce education and public health initiatives while ensuring compliance and enhancing community preparedness in maternal and newborn care. Drive excellence in clinical practices and suppo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$109K - $174K *

Drive innovative solutions in oncology by leading programming activities for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while adhering to industry sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Champion innovative data solutions by leading programming efforts in oncology trials. Drive efficiency and quality in clinical data analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Explore the forefront of oncology programming, leading complex clinical trials with innovative data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and deliver impactful results in the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Drive innovation in oncology by leading programming activities for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables while shaping processes that enhance eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $88K *

Lead the operations of a vibrant Infant & Preschool program, focusing on enrollment, family engagement, and team development. Your leadership will foster a nurturing environment, ensuring high-quality...

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

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.