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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$95K - $115K *

Drive full-funnel performance for assigned university partners, balancing tactical execution with strategic insights. Serve as a trusted contact, lead initiatives, and enhance partner growth to suppor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $215K *

Drive innovation in data engineering and AI solutions, leading the design and deployment of scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business value through advanced technol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $109K *

Empower business growth by developing strong customer relationships and driving revenue. As a key player, you'll strategize account management, identify market opportunities, and ensure customer satis...

Tampa, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role managing platform partnerships and campaign operations. Oversee execution from intake to delivery, ensuring quality and alignment with partner expectations while f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $115K *

Shape the future of client onboarding by leading implementation processes, ensuring satisfaction, and driving best practices in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance client experien...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative Microsoft 365 solutions, optimizing collaboration and productivity. Lead SharePoint Online implementations, manage client projects, and drive automation with Power Platform to enha...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading complex data center initiatives, driving technical standards, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and innovat...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Shape the future of data center design by leading complex infrastructure initiatives, enforcing engineering standards, and mentoring teams to drive innovation and operational excellence across multipl...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of technology initiatives by managing strategic direction, overseeing system builds, and enhancing employee experiences through collaboration with stakeholders and effective project e...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by managing the full recruiting lifecycle, collaborating with leadership to identify talent needs, and shaping a high-performing team that aligns with our mission and culture...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative creative strategies that elevate performance marketing. Lead the development of original concepts and frameworks, leveraging insights and AI to enhance team capabilities and deliver i...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative creative strategies that elevate performance marketing. Collaborate across teams to develop impactful video and static ads, leveraging insights and AI to drive results and establish...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative system designs for security, video, access, and fire alarm solutions. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions, support junior members, and ensure project success through...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$500K+*

Lead the transformation of media ingestion and distribution systems, driving automated, AI-powered workflows that enhance efficiency and accelerate content delivery to a global audience. Collaborate a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Drive AI-native software development by architecting systems, guiding AI agents, and ensuring quality. Collaborate closely with users to transform business needs into reliable, efficient solutions whi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on production and infrastructure. Drive performance, foster collaboration, and deliver innovative solutions while managing diverse tec...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$201K - $277K *

Champion growth by leading a team of Inside Domain Consultants, driving technical excellence and strategic initiatives to enhance customer value and revenue. Collaborate with sales to deliver innovati...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in configuration management, ensuring system stability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to track changes, maintain documentation, and support deployments i...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate bioprocessing market growth by defining strategies, customer insights, and alliances. Collaborate across functions to ensure market performance and adoption, driving impactful solutions in...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

Lead and develop a high-performing team of Customer Success Managers, driving measurable value across a diverse customer portfolio while ensuring operational excellence and retention strategies are ef...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's delivering high-quality Salesforce solutions, translating complex business needs into technology. Leverage your expertise in development, integration, and project management to enha...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform fundraising success by leading streamer recruitment and engagement for a dynamic program. Drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships, community management, and innovative campaigns...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$161K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise solutions by delivering impactful presales support. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to drive business outcomes, engage stakeholders, and champion in...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a Sales Director, leading sales initiatives, enhancing physician partnerships, and driving business growth through strategic leadership and high-performance coaching...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.