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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$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in high-volume recruiting, developing strategies to fill critical roles while managing multiple pipelines and collaborating with managers to meet organizational needs for talent acquis...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion leadership development by designing impactful training programs that enhance management effectiveness and organizational capability. Collaborate with business leaders to identify gaps and imp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $101K *

Lead the charge in sourcing and attracting top talent by developing robust candidate pipelines, negotiating offers, and guiding leaders in talent identification within a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $101K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Talent Acquisition team focused on sourcing top talent. Drive recruitment strategies, enhance candidate pipelines, and collaborate with leaders to ensure a seamle...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $203K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic partnerships, enhance product initiatives, and collaborate across functions. Leverage your expertise to influence stakeholders and develop impactful solutions in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee performance through innovative learning and development programs. Collaborate with experts to design, implement, and evaluate initiatives that align...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of engineering talent development by partnering with leaders to identify capability needs, designing impactful learning experiences, and fostering a culture of continuous growth withi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic business development initiatives across practice groups, collaborating with partners and leaders to enhance client engagement and market positioning through innov...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $125K *

Elevate employee performance by architecting a comprehensive learning strategy that drives engagement, compliance, and measurable impact across the organization, ensuring every team member excels in d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $106K *

Engage with a dynamic team to drive talent management, optimize staffing solutions, and enhance employee experiences. Collaborate with leadership to ensure operational effectiveness and client satisfa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building a vibrant community of engineers, driving engagement through events and content, while mapping the AI-native talent landscape to enhance Rox's engineering culture and visib...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance leadership capabilities through strategic partnerships and development programs. Foster growth by facilitating discussions and supporting organizational effectiveness in...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $160K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading Workforce Services initiatives, driving team performance, and fostering strategic partnerships. Play a pivotal role in enhancing service delivery and expandin...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your leadership career by overseeing operations for Workforce Services, driving performance metrics, and fostering strategic relationships to ensure project success and community impact across...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Champion the development and administration of a dynamic Learning Management System, ensuring effective user engagement and course delivery while enhancing organizational learning initiatives and reco...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Elevate academic achievement by collaborating with leadership to design and implement strategic educational initiatives. Drive instructional excellence and ensure compliance across network campuses wh...

4 days ago

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

$98K - $163K *

Transform data management and analytics in a dynamic HR environment, enhancing decision-making and data governance at a prominent public diplomacy office...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $185K *

Drive the development and execution of a comprehensive talent management strategy, enhancing employee growth and organizational capability. Collaborate with leaders to align talent insights with busin...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $125K *

Champion employee growth by leading innovative learning initiatives and managing a dynamic L&D team. Drive strategy and execution of training programs that enhance skills, support career pathways, and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $97K *

Elevate organizational learning by designing and implementing impactful training programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess needs, develop solutions, and enhance employee capabilities through i...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading strategy and execution, driving critical searches, and coaching a team to enhance hiring processes and outcomes in a dynamic SaaS environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $343K *

Lead the transformation of workforce strategy and talent management by integrating AI and performance optimization. Drive organizational effectiveness and succession planning while enhancing employee...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies to secure major gifts, expand corporate partnerships, and drive revenue growth while managing a high-performing team and e...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by serving as the key liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment on goals and delivering exceptional project outcomes while managing multiple priorities and foster...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining veterinary recruitment by leading full-cycle hiring, developing strategic sourcing initiatives, and enhancing candidate experiences while collaborating with hospital lead...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.