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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$100K - $185K *

Transform complex workflows by leading AI-driven change initiatives, guiding senior leaders through redesign and adoption processes, and ensuring measurable outcomes in legal, tax, and trade sectors...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $230K *

Transform business operations by leading cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex challenges, ensuring measurable value realization through strategic execution and innovative solutions...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$195K - $230K *

Drive growth by leading go-to-market strategies for TMC partnerships, building and executing plans from the ground up. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product development and represent the...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape KPA's demand generation strategy, driving measurable pipeline growth and revenue. Lead a lean team, collaborate across functions, and implement a scalable model that aligns marketing, sales, and...

Lafayette, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with global partners to drive Professional Services growth, develop co-sell strategies, and enhance customer success through strategic alliances and measurable outcomes in a dynamic, collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $110K *

Elevate employee benefits by designing and managing comprehensive health, welfare, and retirement programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance coworker exp...

Illinois, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving client success through strategic account management and sales leadership. Cultivate relationships with C-level executives while developing innovative solutions for global ac...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $243K *

Lead the execution of large-scale programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while managing risks and delivering value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive change and achieve multi...

San Antonio, TXRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive the strategic vision for Technical Support, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency while championing AI transformation and innovation to elevate customer experience and achieve bu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Product Manager, driving product health and outcomes through strategic decision-making, collaboration, and customer insights across the product lifecycle. Shape the future o...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$147K - $198K *

Lead a dynamic software development team, driving modernization and secure engineering practices across legacy and cloud-native systems while fostering collaboration and high-quality delivery...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion workforce development initiatives by building partnerships with educational institutions and industry leaders to prepare local talent for future data center careers, ensuring alignment with c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering for critical assessment platforms, driving testing excellence and automation maturity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by cultivating owner relationships and securing management agreements in multifamily and hospitality sectors, enhancing market presence and collaboration with internal teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Unlock growth by leading sales initiatives for professional development products, driving revenue through strategic client engagement, and enhancing team performance with effective sales strategies an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$147K - $165K *

Drive strategic partnerships and technical solutions for revenue growth, collaborating with sales teams to secure complex integrations and enhance client experiences across mid-market and enterprise s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the biopharmaceutical sector by developing strategic business relationships, prospecting new clients, and leading sales initiatives to achieve organizational objec...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $134K *

Lead the charge in managing complex 1st party property claims, conducting thorough inspections, and ensuring fair resolutions. Foster relationships with stakeholders while mentoring junior staff in a...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic initiatives by translating high-level goals into actionable plans. Collaborate with executives to identify operational gaps and drive execution through influence, ensuring alignment...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K *

Develop strong client relationships and drive revenue growth by managing the entire sales cycle, identifying expansion opportunities, and delivering tailored SaaS solutions to existing accounts in a f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$83K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to drive insurance product design and implementation. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while facilitating effective busine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Digital Test & Evaluation initiatives that integrate modern software solutions into defense workflows, enhancing efficiency and data-driven decision-making across the T&E l...

Mountain View, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative AI/ML initiatives to enhance student engagement and retention. Lead cross-functional teams to develop predictive models and data pipelines, driving measurable outcomes for thousands o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$212K - $319K *

Join a team that's redefining customer engagement through digital transformation and AI. Lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer experiences in a global org...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in aligning HR strategies with business goals, serving as a trusted advisor, enhancing employee experiences, and providing impactful HR support throughout the employee lifecycle in a f...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.