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 *

Unlock new business opportunities by developing strategic relationships with regional financial institutions, driving growth through consultative sales and tailored solutions in cash management and se...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Engage with advisors to enhance relationships and promote innovative banking solutions. Leverage your expertise in business planning and territory management to drive sales and optimize product delive...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Develop and optimize core game engine systems, ensuring performance and reliability while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance internal tools for a streamlined development lifecycle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $140K *

Collaborate with educators and families to support students with learning differences. Provide tailored academic interventions, facilitate communication, and enhance instructional strategies across gr...

4 days ago

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

$97K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering students with special needs by developing and implementing individualized education plans, collaborating with educators, and fostering a supportive classroom...

1 week ago

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

$76K - $105K *

Develop and enhance technical training programs for Injection Molding operations, ensuring effective skill progression and compliance. Collaborate across departments to optimize training delivery and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$107K - $199K *

Elevate your career by strategizing and implementing complex tech solutions. Lead project teams, conduct research, and mentor peers while driving operational excellence and stakeholder satisfaction in...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $112K *

Transform client relationships and drive business growth by managing a diverse portfolio, fostering new opportunities, and collaborating with teams to achieve strategic objectives in a dynamic environ...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize cybersecurity initiatives by integrating security engineering principles across the system development lifecycle, ensuring enterprise systems meet security requirements and best practices for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$57K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative solutions that drive customer success across technical domains. Collaborate with sales and partners to deliver compelling proposals and ensure alignment wit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $129K *

Shape strategic partnerships by leading client relations across multiple services, ensuring alignment with workforce objectives and driving measurable outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Newton, MARemote

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the design and development of innovative educational materials. You'll engage diverse teams to create immersive, high-quality training experiences using cut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $88K *

Join a dedicated team to coordinate intensive supports for adults with developmental disabilities, enhancing their access to services through assessments, support plans, and cross-sector collaboration...

Timmins, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $240K *

Transform pipeline generation by leading a global sales development team focused on building efficiency and measurable success through innovative strategies and exceptional leadership...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $88K *

Help us coordinate vital supports for adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring access to services through assessments and collaborative planning. Engage actively with clients and stakeholders...

Mattawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $88K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by coordinating complex support services and fostering cross-sector collaboration for improved access to e...

Sundridge, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $88K *

Drive impactful support for adults with developmental disabilities by coordinating complex care plans, conducting assessments, and linking services to enhance access and outcomes through a person-cent...

North Bay, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $88K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by coordinating complex support plans and services, ensuring effective engagement and mentoring for improv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $190K *

Drive strategic market development by executing growth plans and fostering customer relationships in the Personal Care sector. Utilize sales experience to enhance market presence and deliver tailored...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $190K *

Shape the future of personal care by driving market growth through strategic sales and customer relationships, leveraging industry knowledge to deliver tailored solutions while enhancing compliance an...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $190K *

Drive strategic market development to enhance brand presence and recognition in the Personal Care sector. Cultivate customer relationships and execute growth plans that deliver innovative cleaning and...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development and deployment of advanced machine learning algorithms for autonomous driving systems, focusing on perception, localization, and planning. Collaborate across teams to enhance saf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you drive strategic market growth through innovative cleaning solutions, enhancing brand presence and optimizing customer operations while collaborating with cross-functional...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources, and drive innovation while ensuring client sat...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming childcare through innovative AI-driven software solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment where you’ll design and implement scalable applications that make a real...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.