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 *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing recruiting processes, and enhancing team capabilities to attract top talent in a dynamic workforce landscape...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading talent acquisition strategies and initiatives, enhancing recruiting operations, and driving innovation. Collaborate with business leaders to attract top talent and optimize...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate organizational learning by leading strategic initiatives that enhance staff capabilities, ensuring alignment with goals and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of continuous improve...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of learning by leading strategic initiatives that empower staff with essential skills and knowledge, ensuring exceptional service delivery and alignment with organizational goals acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate our mission by leading Learning & Development initiatives that empower staff with essential skills and knowledge. Drive strategic learning priorities, oversee program development, and foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $335K *

Execute large-scale HR technology transformations and lead talent systems innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance, data governance, and operational excellence...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower organizational growth by leading innovative development initiatives that enhance leadership effectiveness and workforce capability. Drive strategic solutions from concept to execution, ensurin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the Sales Development & Training team by designing impactful onboarding and training programs. Collaborate with leaders to enhance sales capabilities, ensuring compliance and effectiveness whi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion talent acquisition by driving innovative strategies that elevate our recruitment processes. Manage a diverse range of roles across multiple locations while enhancing the candidate experience...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower our talent acquisition strategy by leading process improvements, enhancing candidate experiences, and developing a high-performing team. Collaborate with HR leaders to shape best practices and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $83K *

Drive employee development by coordinating training programs, onboarding, and competency validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance learning experiences and ensure compliance in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workforce development through compliance monitoring and grant management. Collaborate with federal and local partners to ensure effective implementation of ed...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Explore a dynamic role focused on compliance monitoring and grant management, ensuring effective implementation of federal workforce programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program accounta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$111K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and enhancing workforce development programs. Conduct reviews, provide guidance, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve grant management and a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $128K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and performance of federally funded grants. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness and provide guidance on federal regulations, while man...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$225K - $250K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and operational success in wealth management practices. Collaborate with leaders to enhance client relationships, optimize processes, and implement strategic initiati...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $226K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise learning strategies to drive measurable results. Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to implement high-impact programs that enhance organiz...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$225K - $250K *

Elevate your career by driving growth and operational success in wealth management. Collaborate with practice leaders to enhance client relationships, optimize processes, and implement strategic initi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Developer Experience and SDLC modernization, driving AI-assisted development and automation across teams. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to create inclusive, high-qual...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming Developer Experience and SDLC modernization, driving AI-assisted development and automation across teams. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to create inclusi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of Developer Experience and SDLC modernization, driving AI-assisted development and automation across teams. Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to enhance software de...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower the future of AI by building and scaling distributed training infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and reliability for large-scale AI models. Join a fa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative learning and development initiatives that enhance employee engagement, performance, and organizational culture across diverse teams and programs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer strategic partnerships within healthcare environments by establishing trusted relationships, showcasing Unitek's value, and driving meaningful collaboration. Utilize your people skills to crea...

4 weeks ago

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

$50K - $120K *

Support our operations by coordinating onboarding, managing logistics, and ensuring smooth execution of administrative tasks. Your organizational skills will be key in facilitating events and enhancin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.