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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$88K - $105K *

Analyze talent strategies and enhance leadership capabilities across the Americas. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to implement talent management processes while managing initiatives that dri...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $130K *

Lead the charge in fostering a culture of curiosity by managing a dynamic L&D team. Design impactful training programs that enhance employee skills and align with organizational goals, while ensuring...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead the implementation and optimization of a cloud-based ERP system, focusing on talent management processes across campuses and healthcare. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhanc...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving the implementation of a new ERP system, providing functional leadership in talent management. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes and ensure effective adopti...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Transform the talent acquisition landscape by leading full-lifecycle recruiting for diverse roles. Collaborate with hiring managers to drive strategic hiring initiatives and enhance candidate experien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower client success by leading AI deployment initiatives, managing engagements from discovery to measurable impact. Collaborate with executives and engineers to translate business needs into effect...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading a team to design and validate talent assessments, translating psychometric insights into strategic business decisions that enhance organizational performance and drive succ...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $300K *

Pioneer the sales function within our AI Talent Placement team, manage placements, and drive strategic hiring solutions. Collaborate closely with the CEO to innovate and refine our commercial strategi...

4 weeks ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining talent acquisition! Drive innovative recruiting strategies, foster relationships with top tech talent, and enhance hiring processes using AI while ensuring operational ex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $110K *

Drive innovative talent acquisition by optimizing recruiting processes, developing rigorous hiring standards, and leveraging AI to enhance outreach, ensuring a high-quality, accountable team that alig...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $110K *

Lead the charge in refining recruitment infrastructure, enhancing talent search strategies while leveraging AI tools. Collaborate with marketing and hiring teams to improve processes and strengthen th...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to drive learning and development initiatives across the Americas, enhancing organizational capability and leadership effectiveness while fostering a culture of continuous learning...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer learning and development strategies to enhance organizational capability across the Americas. Collaborate with HR and stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate impactful learning program...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the evolution of integrated Talent Programs, enhancing performance, development, and employee experience across the organization. Drive strategic initiatives and foster collaboration to meet curr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform recruitment strategies by aligning with organizational goals, building trust with hiring leaders, and enhancing candidate experiences. Drive innovative sourcing and maintain talent pipelines...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate recruitment strategies by aligning with organizational goals, fostering relationships, and guiding hiring leaders through complex challenges to attract top talent and enhance candidate experie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate learning experiences by leading strategic initiatives in staff development, ensuring effective program delivery, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across multiple locations to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing professional growth through innovative learning programs. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee staff development, and ensure compliance while fostering a cultu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining talent acquisition! Lead full-cycle recruiting across diverse functions, enhance interview processes, and ensure a stellar experience for candidates and hiring managers a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform frontline manager development by leading strategic programs that enhance coaching, deal inspection, and pipeline management. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive consistent team performan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Drive excellence in early childhood education by leading training and development initiatives across multiple schools. Foster a high-quality Montessori environment through coaching, onboarding, and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance executive talent strategies through data-driven insights, ensuring effective succession planning and leadership development. Leverage your expertise in talent management pla...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of organizational learning by designing impactful training solutions, managing full-cycle projects, and collaborating with leaders to enhance employee development and talent managemen...

Verdun, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Transform leadership development by designing and implementing strategies that enhance organizational capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful programs for all leadership levels...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform talent acquisition by developing innovative strategies that attract, engage, and hire top talent. Collaborate with leaders to optimize workforce planning and enhance the candidate experience...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.