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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$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

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to drive full-cycle recruiting for Claims roles, focusing on building strong pipelines of qualified claims adjusters. Collaborate with leadership to enhance candidate experience...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize full-cycle recruiting for a dynamic Claims organization, focusing on sourcing and hiring claims adjusters. Collaborate with leadership to enhance candidate experience and streamline hiring pr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts, driving diversity strategies, and enhancing candidate experiences across various corporate functions. Collaborate with...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion full-cycle recruiting efforts, enhancing diversity and inclusion strategies while ensuring a positive experience for candidates and hiring leaders across various corporate functions...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving transformative change in customer success through strategic project management and process improvement. Lead cross-functional initiatives, enhance workflows, and deliver mea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer success through strategic project management and process improvement. Lead cross-functional initiatives, enhance workflows, and drive measurable outcomes while partnering with senior...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform revenue strategies by analyzing sales data, optimizing funnels, and developing AI tools. Collaborate with leadership to enhance sales performance and customer insights, driving measurable im...

1 week ago

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

$78K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining technical recruitment by leading full-cycle searches for high-impact Engineering and AI roles. Collaborate with leaders to build exceptional talent pipelines and deliver...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $125K *

Drive your career forward as you lead full-cycle recruiting for high-impact Engineering and AI roles. Collaborate with leaders to build exceptional talent pipelines and deliver top-tier hires in a fas...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $125K *

Champion the development and implementation of strategic plans to optimize school space utilization, enhance educational access, and support community engagement in New York City Public Schools...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engage in operational assessment and process improvement to enhance efficiency. Collaborate with leaders to identify gaps, implement strategic recommendations, and develop performance metrics. Drive o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cybersecurity and cloud solutions. Lead complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and develop tailored solutions for mid-market and enterprise custo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Transform enterprise sales by acquiring new customers in cybersecurity, cloud, and AI solutions. Lead complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and deliver tailored solutions to drive reven...

Florida, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful sales training initiatives by developing and implementing comprehensive programs for new Territory Managers, enhancing performance through innovative strategies and continuous evaluati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering high-quality distributed system features. Lead complex projects, mentor talent, and enhance performance while ensuring secure, scalable solutions in a fast...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing talent acquisition strategies, managing a dynamic recruiting team, and ensuring high-quality hiring outcomes across multiple locations while aligning with business needs...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $200K *

Champion our Talent function by building systems and standards to attract top talent. Collaborate with founders and executives to enhance hiring processes and create a compelling candidate experience...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that drives efficiency by managing executive schedules, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication. Your impactful contributions enhance collaboration, supporting the growth of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruitment, managing diverse searches across multiple functions and levels. Collaborate with senior leaders to align hiring strategies with business needs, ensuring qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $130K *

Elevate hiring practices by leading full-cycle recruitment, partnering with managers, and designing effective processes. Utilize data-driven insights to enhance talent acquisition and deliver exceptio...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive talent management strategies and solutions to enhance operational success. Collaborate with diverse client groups to foster relationships, execute training initiatives, and ensure alignment with...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Elevate associate growth by designing and implementing development strategies that enhance skills and career paths. Collaborate with HR and leaders to align programs with organizational goals and fost...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Elevate our talent acquisition by architecting AI-driven recruiting workflows. Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of innovative solutions that enhance hiring efficiency and candidate experi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $130K *

Redefine product innovation as a leader in chemical formulation, driving sustainable solutions and technical excellence across home and personal care sectors. Collaborate with teams to enhance product...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.