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 our dynamic Talent team to drive end-to-end recruiting for GTM and G&A roles. Collaborate with leaders to shape hiring strategies and enhance candidate experiences while building a diverse and ta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $123K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI integration by designing, delivering, and evaluating impactful learning solutions that enhance AI fluency and facilitate responsible adoption throughout the...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Reimagine learning experiences in AI with a focus on curriculum innovation, community engagement, and adaptive training. Collaborate across teams to enhance educational outcomes and drive personalizat...

4 weeks ago

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

$61K - $123K *

Transform the enterprise AI strategy by designing and delivering impactful learning solutions that enhance AI fluency and responsible adoption, ensuring alignment with business needs and evolving AI c...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $123K *

Accelerate progress at developing AI learning solutions that enhance organizational fluency and responsible use across departments, ensuring alignment with business needs and driving effective impleme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $123K *

Join a dynamic team to design and deliver innovative AI learning solutions that enhance fluency, boost operational efficiency, and promote responsible AI use within the organization, collaborating clo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$287K - $323K *

Drive executive recruiting excellence by leading strategic search initiatives for high-impact leadership roles in AI/ML. Engage top-tier talent and optimize hiring processes to enhance company growth...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Discover your potential as you lead talent acquisition, shaping interview strategies and driving hiring outcomes. Collaborate closely with senior leadership while guiding a dedicated team to implement...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career with a pivotal role in Talent Acquisition, driving strategic recruitment across the U.S. and beyond. Lead innovative hiring practices and elevate talent standards while shaping the...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Engage as a strategic Talent Acquisition leader driving innovative recruiting solutions and building diverse talent pipelines. Collaborate closely with teams, champion hiring standards, and utilize te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of Talent Acquisition by leading innovative strategies that blend AI, automation, and proactive sourcing. Elevate recruiting standards while managing teams and partnering with leaders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $102K *

Champion training and enablement programs that enhance sales and delivery teams' readiness for Microsoft solutions, ensuring compliance and engagement through collaboration and reporting...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives, coordinating complex programs across business functions and technical teams to achieve measurable outcomes and ensure ti...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic project delivery across multiple squads, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication among stakeholders. Utilize program management exp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize talent acquisition strategies and operations for federal recruiting. Lead a team to enhance candidate assessment, workforce planning, and compliance with federal hiring practices while ensuri...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Champion talent development by optimizing organizational structure and driving performance. Collaborate with HR leaders to assess needs, design impactful interventions, measure outcomes, and enhance w...

Miami Lakes, FLRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of talent development by leading organization design and enhancing workforce capabilities. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize organizational structure and drive performance i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, delivering innovative solutions on the Salesforce nCino platform while driving banking workflows and user acceptance...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $107K *

Support the development of training programs and facilities, coordinating logistics and resources to ensure successful execution of in-person pilot programs and ongoing training operations across mult...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by partnering with leaders to design and implement talent strategies that drive growth, enhance employee relations, and foster high-performing teams across the e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $95K *

Lead the design and implementation of training programs to enhance workforce capability and operational excellence in manufacturing. Collaborate with HR and site leaders to assess needs, develop curri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative training initiatives that empower teams across all departments. Collaborate with managers to create effective onboarding and ongoing development plans, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative learning solutions that empower associates to excel in their roles. Collaborate with stakeholders to design impactful programs, leverage technology, and drive continuous improvemen...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic L&D Program Manager role focused on innovative learning solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive impactful training programs that enhance skills and perform...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful learning solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to transform business needs into effective training programs, leveraging technology and innovative strategies to enhance associate...

5 days ago

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

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.