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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$93K - $139K *

Explore the intersection of technology and strategy as you drive complex, cross-functional initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project delivery, leveraging AI tools to optimize proc...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$177K - $279K *

Unlock potential by architecting customized applications using Conga Products. Lead end-to-end Quote-to-Cash implementations, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business transformation in co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Explore opportunities to partner with engineers and stakeholders, translating technical discussions into actionable deliverables while supporting CI/CD initiatives and repository governance with a foc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive business development and territory management in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, influence decision-making, and achieve growth goals wh...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients and prospects to drive business growth in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise in financial services and territory management to build lasting relationships and influence advis...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Lead business development efforts in the RIA channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and deliver comprehensive solution...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive client success by leveraging financial markets expertise to design and deliver tailored software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business growth through consultativ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Bring your expertise to drive revenue growth in healthcare through consultative sales and strategic partnerships. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor future hires in a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by driving AI sales strategies and fostering customer partnerships. Collaborate with top experts to bring transformative AI solutions to market, ensuring impactful growth and suc...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $99K *

Advance equitable literacy instruction by delivering impactful professional learning and support to educators, enhancing K-8 literacy practices through collaboration, data analysis, and tailored coach...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$70K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring an exceptional client experience by bridging communication between internal teams and clients, fostering strong relationships, and proactively addressing client needs while...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $193K *

Lead a dynamic team of technical experts to design and deliver innovative consulting services and educational programs, ensuring alignment with evolving product strategies and maintaining high standar...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Execute effective change management strategies to facilitate enterprise-wide transformation. Collaborate with leaders and teams to ensure understanding, adoption, and sustainability of new operating m...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $97K *

Empower learners by designing innovative educational experiences that enhance cybersecurity training. Collaborate with experts to create engaging content and lead projects that meet diverse learning n...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$96K - $136K *

Elevate client relationships by managing and selling investment strategies within a designated territory, leading a team of Relationship Managers, and driving business growth through strategic plannin...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $166K *

Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in driving business growth by developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions for federal clients, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional res...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Engage in leading a diverse technical team to drive innovative engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and t...

Warren, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer education through innovative instructional design. Leverage your expertise to create engaging learning experiences that empower users and drive succes...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional technical support and maintaining robust IT infrastructure. Collaborate with IT professionals to enhance system performance and ensure seamless op...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling commercial strategies for AI solutions, fostering partnerships, and driving revenue growth through innovative GTM plans and relationship management in a dynamic...

Atlanta, GARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Lead the charge in crafting target-state architecture that integrates business processes, applications, and data. Your role will shape enterprise transformation while ensuring alignment with strategic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Build and lead a scalable U.S. service organization for battery energy storage systems, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the post-sale lifecycle, from commissioning...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $122K *

Champion client partnerships by driving strategic media campaigns and fostering relationships. Leverage your expertise in DTC paid media to enhance client success and team collaboration, ensuring impa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance program success by leading contract performance, managing risks, and ensuring compliance across multiple task orders while engaging with key stakeholders and overseeing subcontractor performan...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.