Talent Development Specialist Jobs

Discover Talent Development Specialist opportunities that help organizations build employee skills, strengthen leadership, and support career growth. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, connecting experienced talent development professionals with employers seeking expertise in learning and organizational effectiveness.

What Talent Development Specialists Do

Talent Development Specialists design and deliver programs that help employees perform, grow, and prepare for future responsibilities. Depending on the organization, the work may include assessing learning needs, developing training materials, coordinating workshops, supporting leadership development, and measuring program outcomes. Specialists often partner with human resources, business leaders, and subject-matter experts to align development initiatives with company goals.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers may look for experience in instructional design, facilitation, learning management systems, coaching, program evaluation, and talent or performance management. Strong communication, project management, analytical, and stakeholder partnership skills are valuable. Requirements vary by role; some positions favor expertise in leadership development, change management, workforce planning, or a particular industry.

Explore Talent Development Careers

Talent development roles can offer opportunities to influence employee engagement, internal mobility, and organizational performance. Browse Ladders for vetted Talent Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$85K - $100K *

Pioneer modern learning experiences by designing impactful training programs and resources. Leverage AI tools for e-learning development and facilitate engaging sessions to drive employee growth and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with senior leaders to drive impactful learning strategies and talent development initiatives. Leverage your expertise to facilitate onboarding, conduct needs analyses, and deliver data-dr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by empowering others to grow and succeed. In this role, you'll implement talent development initiatives that enhance leadership capabilities and foster a culture of continuous lear...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development of early-career technical talent through coaching, feedback, and structured training. Collaborate with team leads to enhance skills and ensure readiness for Systems Engineer role...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $205K *

Shape the future of talent development by designing innovative, inclusive learning ecosystems that empower teams globally. Collaborate across regions to foster a leadership culture that drives impactf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$68K - $91K *

Join us to enhance organizational effectiveness through talent management and development initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to drive programs that build capabilities, foster an inclusive culture...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful talent development initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with leaders to design and implement programs that optimize workforce perfor...

4 days ago

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

$72K - $90K *

Elevate employee engagement and learning by designing impactful training programs and communications. Collaborate with leaders to enhance organizational initiatives and foster a culture of continuous...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $93K *

Lead the charge in developing a comprehensive learning strategy that enhances employee growth and aligns with organizational goals. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion high-impact professional learning initiatives to enhance leadership skills and drive student achievement across multiple campuses, ensuring alignment with educational frameworks and fostering...

4 days ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Discover your potential by designing a unified learning and culture experience. Lead talent development initiatives, onboarding, and community programs to foster connection and growth within a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$99K - $156K *

Shape the future of talent management by designing innovative solutions that drive performance and development across the organization. Collaborate with leaders and partners to integrate technology, o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and implementation of talent and performance frameworks, enhancing leadership and employee development. Collaborate with business leaders to translate strategy into scalable progra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workforce capabilities through innovative training solutions. As a Learning & Development Specialist, you'll design and implement programs that drive safety...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Transform your career by driving leadership and talent development initiatives that enhance organizational capabilities. Collaborate across teams to create scalable learning experiences and resources...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing leadership and organizational capabilities through innovative learning solutions. This role focuses on translating business strategies into engaging developme...

Bellevue, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $176K *

Empower organizational growth by driving talent management strategies, enhancing leadership pipelines, and ensuring effective succession planning across the enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining talent management by leading strategic projects, translating business needs into actionable solutions, and fostering collaboration across diverse expertise to drive organ...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate talent management strategies by leading cross-functional projects, analyzing data, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful solutions that align with business needs and e...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Transform organizational learning by leading impactful L&D initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to identify skills gaps, design engaging programs, and enhance performance. Drive strategic goals throu...

Today

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

$79K - $95K *

Shape your career by designing and delivering impactful learning programs that enhance employee skills and drive organizational performance in the AEC industry. Collaborate with experts to create enga...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $95K *

Deliver impactful learning experiences by designing and facilitating programs that enhance employee skills and organizational performance in the AEC industry. Collaborate with stakeholders to create e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $95K *

Shape the future of employee development by designing and delivering impactful learning programs. Collaborate with experts to enhance skills and performance in the AEC industry, ensuring engaging and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $95K *

Elevate employee growth by designing and delivering impactful learning programs in the AEC industry. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance skills and performance through innovative training solutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic L&D Specialist role focused on designing and delivering impactful learning programs in the AEC industry, collaborating with experts to enhance employee skills and drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Talent Development Specialist do?question toggle

    A Talent Development Specialist helps employees build skills and advance professionally. Responsibilities may include identifying learning needs, designing or coordinating training, facilitating development programs, and evaluating results.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Talent Development Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek experience in learning and development, instructional design, facilitation, project management, or human resources. Some positions may require a degree or specialized experience in leadership development or organizational effectiveness.

  • What skills are important for Talent Development Specialists?question toggle

    Useful skills include communication, facilitation, instructional design, program management, data analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders. Familiarity with learning management systems and talent development practices can also be valuable.

  • How can I find Talent Development Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse the Talent Development Specialist listings on Ladders, where jobs are vetted and meet the site's $100,000-or-more salary threshold. Check each posting for current compensation, qualifications, and location information.