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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$116K - $216K *

Drive innovative design solutions as a Lead Visual & Emerging Designer, shaping premium digital experiences and strategies across diverse client engagements. Collaborate with teams to enhance user exp...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of automated tests for integration and performance, ensuring quality and reliability in software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testin...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform technical training by developing comprehensive curricula for military aviation systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create effective learning solutions for aircrew and mai...

Herndon, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by developing scalable applications and data pipelines, leveraging Python and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize enterprise systems and enhance backend serv...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining customer success by leading and mentoring CSMs. Drive scalable strategies for enterprise clients while optimizing their experience and outcomes as we grow and enhance our...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to create and implement control systems, providing technical support and mentoring while driving project success and ensuring optimal performance of HVAC and automation solutions...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of business development by identifying and shaping new market segments, building strategic relationships, and driving innovative opportunities that enhance growth and collaboratio...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of HR technology by managing and optimizing our HRIS. Serve as a vital expert, collaborating across departments to enhance system performance, streamline processes, and ensure data in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering innovative learning experiences that align with strategic objectives. Analyze data to refine educational content and facilitate impactful training, fosteri...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$105K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in industrial software and PLC solutions. Shape market strategies, build customer relationships, and collaborate with sales teams to enhance market penetration and a...

Round Rock, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Unlock new opportunities as you drive revenue growth through strategic prospecting and consultative selling in the K-12 education sector. Build lasting relationships and deliver impactful solutions th...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive revenue growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing accounts in K-12 education. Leverage your consultative selling skills to deliver impactful solut...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic prospecting and consultative selling in K-12 education. Build relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver impactful solutions that e...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Shape the future of educational sales by driving growth through consultative solutions, managing customer relationships, and closing new business in the K-12 sector. Leverage your expertise to achieve...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on K-12 education solutions. Drive revenue through prospecting, consultative selling, and strategic account planning while building lasting customer...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative software solutions in a global legal environment. Drive project succ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $132K *

Help us coordinate deployment activities and streamline project workflows, ensuring timely resolution of site blockers and effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful technology imp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Revenue Operations, driving strategy and execution for sales and renewals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, optimize technology, and ensure accurate...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $163K *

Transform database environments by leading architecture and administration efforts across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance and performance for mission-critical applications in a dynamic, remote...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming marketing operations through innovative MarTech solutions, driving student and partner success while optimizing efficiency across a multi-brand ecosystem. Own product s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$133K - $200K *

Elevate client relationships by leading strategic executive engagements, transforming account priorities into impactful conversations that drive growth and strengthen partnerships. Collaborate with sa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer impactful relationships with high-net-worth donors, managing major and principal gifts. Collaborate with leadership to strategize on $1M+ donations, fostering deep connections and executing so...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Advance business growth by building strategic relationships and identifying client needs. Drive sales initiatives and ensure seamless implementation of client programs while meeting profit margins and...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion the seamless execution of complex AI and Cloud projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage your project management skills to coordinate multiple initiatives in a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the recovery landscape by driving analytics and strategy for collections operations, creating impactful frameworks, enhancing performance metrics, and fostering cross-functional collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

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.