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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's on the forefront of operational security, overseeing security events, managing tools, and enhancing processes to protect vital data while collaborating across various technology dom...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance patient access and streamline operational processes, driving meaningful improvements through data analysis, project management, and collaboration across departments while fost...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming Oracle HCM practices by driving strategic growth, fostering innovation, and building high-performing teams. Collaborate with clients and partners to deliver exceptional...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to empower partners in building AI solutions using the Cognigy platform. You will provide hands-on technical enablement, training, and support, guiding partners from basic understa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive AI transformation by mapping current processes and designing future-state models across G&A functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and enhance operational...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by partnering with clients to implement CDI solutions, optimize workflows, and enhance client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to drive change and ensure best practices in health...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $128K *

Support the Global Mobility team by managing international and domestic assignments, ensuring compliance with immigration and tax regulations while enhancing the assignee experience through effective...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $146K *

Champion customer success by managing key accounts, driving growth, and enhancing satisfaction through strategic engagement and consultative support. Leverage your expertise to mentor peers and execut...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive end-to-end payroll processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Manage domestic and international payroll, tax setups, and employee inquiries while building scalable sys...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to drive OEM integrations, ensuring technical excellence and partner success. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable solutions and enhance product alignment, while mana...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Innovate the future of AI partnerships by driving revenue through strategic partner relationships and self-sourced enterprise accounts. Lead full sales cycles, collaborate cross-functionally, and shap...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a CyberArk SME/DevOps Engineer, implementing secure solutions for federal modernization. Leverage your expertise in privileged access management to drive best practices and enha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $118K *

Lead the charge in optimizing marketing operations by managing project workflows, budgeting, and reporting. This role enhances team efficiency and provides leadership with insights into performance an...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize HR data processes to drive strategic decisions. Engage with internal clients to deliver actionable insights and develop analytical tools that enhance operational efficiency and su...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise AI solutions by designing and implementing Multi-Agentic AI architectures. Leverage expertise in Generative AI, cloud technologies, and governance to lead projects from proof of c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $196K *

Empower healthcare through leadership in CDI and Quality solution management, enhancing team performance and customer success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value and support prov...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $210K *

Transform workforce data into actionable insights by leading People programs, systems, and analytics. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by driving business development initiatives, identifying opportunities with sponsors and CROs, and promoting CTSdatabase's services to enhance growth and profitabil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $191K *

Lead product strategy and execution by driving cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Own the product lifecycle, prioritize impactful features, and leverage customer insights to ali...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead a dynamic software engineering team, ensuring quality delivery and operational excellence while fostering collaboration across business units and driving innovation in energy efficiency solutions...

Ithaca, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $195K *

Drive the development and execution of strategic projects for radioisotope production facilities. You will lead cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and succe...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Transform real estate opportunities by leading market evaluations, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize portfolio growth and cost management across multiple regions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving new business growth in enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in IT sales to identify key opportunities, build trusted relationships, and deliver strategic solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 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.