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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$129K - $177K *

Shape the future of developer tooling by leading strategy and governance for an enterprise ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance developer experience, drive automation, and ens...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive the Enablement function for AI deployments, leading strategy and team development. Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and partners to create scalable learning solutions, ensuring succes...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Build a pivotal role in underwriting, enhancing large insurance case strategies while providing expert support to clients and advisors, ensuring quality assessments and maintaining strong relationship...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Engineer innovative evals for an AI coding agent, leveraging user data to enhance performance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring use...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $138K *

Champion innovative solutions as you drive partner adoption of our lending platform. Collaborate across teams to analyze deal economics and translate insights into actionable strategies that enhance p...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer acquisition by leading a new sales initiative focused on innovative solutions. Engage with prospects, manage the sales cycle, and establish best practices for scalable growth in a dynam...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $153K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare safety cultures by applying High Reliability Organization principles, enhancing patient trust, and driving data-driven process improvements across clinical s...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $221K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise planning solutions that drive value for CFOs and finance leaders. Utilize your expertise in analytics and stakeholder engagement to deliver compelling demonstrati...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$221K - $270K *

Champion partner success by driving service offerings, managing launches, and delivering forecasts. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance product value and ensure alignment with market needs, fos...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform digital experiences for military families by developing secure, responsive websites and applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and accessibility whi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading mechanical system upgrades in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success, manage risks, and optimize processes while ensuring alignment wit...

Oregon City, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning customer value plans and ensuring adoption, ROI, and product usage for B2B SaaS accounts. Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, drive enablement sessions, and colla...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Grow your career with us by leading complex electrical power solutions projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, ensuring projects meet...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $134K *

Drive customer success by managing deployment of IoT solutions for enterprise clients. Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth onboarding, enhance product adoption, and foster long-term client...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $106K *

Support our team by resolving complex technical issues and customer escalations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service quality and ensure compliance during the ES 1.1x upgrade, dr...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $293K *

Transform customer ecosystems through strategic technical leadership, fostering relationships and driving adoption of innovative solutions across the organization while enhancing business value and mi...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading executive searches for city managers. Collaborate with municipal leaders to identify top talent, manage the recruitment process, and ensure alignment with community pr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and leading implementation strategies. Collaborate with teams to assess needs, develop plans, and ensure timely delivery while navigating challen...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional client engagement by managing project success, assessing needs, and developing strategic plans. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant implementations wh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $161K *

Engage with us to optimize Workday integrations and reporting solutions. As a technical expert, you'll collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure secure data exchange and actionable insights that...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$128K - $178K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of destination marketing through data-driven insights and innovative product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with enterprise clients to translate complex challenges into actionable AI solutions. Collaborate with Sales and Delivery teams to drive scalable programs, influence revenue, and ensure success...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate training solutions for Field Reimbursement Managers to enhance patient access and compliance. Lead strategy development, implement programs, and collaborate across teams to ensure exceptional...

South Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.