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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$70K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive talent acquisition efforts, collaborating with hiring managers to identify needs, source candidates, and enhance the recruitment process while ensuring a positive cand...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative training programs that enhance learning experiences for diverse audiences. Collaborate with experts to develop effective instructional material...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the recruitment and onboarding process by leading full-cycle talent acquisition, optimizing operations, and implementing AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and support for a growing c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $168K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and fostering a culture of innovation across teams. Drive automation and operational excellence in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $168K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and delivery of cloud-native infrastructure. Oversee DevOps initiatives, ensuring high-performance workflows and automation practices while collaborating wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of our IT infrastructure by leading initiatives, implementing solutions, and ensuring optimal performance of systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to protect critical asse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $94K *

Advance the university's mission by securing private support through strategic donor engagement, proposal writing, and relationship management. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to cultivate partn...

5 days ago

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

$70K - $94K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in fundraising, managing donor relationships, and securing support for institutional priorities. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance engagement and a...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion the recruitment of top technical talent by leveraging innovative sourcing techniques and building strong client relationships to enhance talent acquisition strategies and drive organizational...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Lead the execution of Early Careers programs, enhancing participant experiences and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive program milestones, support talent development, and i...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize early talent programs by managing delivery, enhancing participant experiences, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless onboarding and continuous i...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize endpoint technology deployment and support across Windows and Apple environments. Drive device provisioning, application packaging, and lifecycle management to enhance workplace efficiency an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform endpoint management by enabling, deploying, and supporting modern workplace devices across Windows and Apple environments. Leverage your expertise in application packaging, device lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by enabling and managing modern workplace devices across Windows and Apple environments. Leverage your expertise in endpoint provisioning, application deployment, and lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by enabling and managing modern workplace devices across Windows and Apple environments. Leverage your technical expertise in endpoint provisioning, application deployment, and l...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $149K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence at a high-performing school, ensuring compliance, managing resources, and fostering a positive community. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic initi...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Drive your career forward by leading employee experience and development initiatives. Shape organizational culture, enhance engagement, and foster talent growth while aligning people strategies with b...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $170K *

Lead the charge in talent management initiatives, enhancing performance, engagement, and development across business sectors. Collaborate with HR partners to align strategies, measure KPIs, and drive...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K *

Inspire change by leading workforce development and social enterprise initiatives. Drive revenue growth and sustainability while fostering team development and community partnerships. Play a key role...

2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $104K *

Champion employee development by designing and delivering impactful training programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess learning needs and enhance workforce skills, ensuring professional growth...

Today

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career forward by acquiring and managing automotive accounts, enhancing F&I product sales, and delivering impactful training. Collaborate with dealership management to optimize performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to business growth by acquiring and managing automotive dealership accounts, driving sales performance and enhancing overall operations through effective training and strategic improvements...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in acquiring and growing automotive dealership accounts, enhancing F&I product sales, and implementing operational policies. Bring your sales acumen and dealership expertise to this dy...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Engage with automotive dealerships to drive account acquisition, enhance F&I product sales, and implement effective policies. Leverage your expertise in dealership operations to optimize performance a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing attorney and paralegal development through strategic training, mentoring, and performance management initiatives, ensuring professional excellence and alignme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.