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 - $115K *

Elevate career pathways by leading innovative programs that attract and develop talent in the advancement profession. Drive strategic partnerships and ensure participant success through effective comp...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $140K *

Take ownership of Board governance operations, enhancing meeting efficiency and member engagement while ensuring adherence to compliance and best practices in governance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead global revenue hiring strategies, ensuring alignment across regions and driving high-quality talent acquisition. Collaborate with executives to meet ambitious hiring goals whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform client relationships by aligning portfolio strategy with property management execution. Engage with C-suite executives to drive value creation across national institutional accounts, ensurin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of institutional asset management by leading strategic portfolio initiatives, aligning operations with client goals, and fostering executive relationships to drive growth and sati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining portfolio management by connecting strategy with execution. You'll lead national accounts, advising C-suite clients while aligning operations to enhance value and drive g...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of commercial training by designing and delivering innovative capability programs that empower teams to excel in client-facing moments and adapt to evolving business priorities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Support and enhance learning programs by managing logistics, resources, and communications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of onboarding and training initiatives, driving eng...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise-wide leadership in contract performance, workforce management, and quality assurance across multiple offices, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement and operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive organizational effectiveness by partnering with technical leaders to enhance management practices, performance, and employee relations in a dynamic deep-tech environment, ensuring a fair and sca...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and leading corporate talent strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness, foster leadership capability, and drive growth. Collaborate with executives to align ta...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in deploying AI solutions to enhance business workflows, driving innovation through stakeholder engagement and hands-on workshops. Transform technical insights into practical applicati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and implement organizational development initiatives to enhance team effectiveness, drive change, and align workforce capabilities with business objectives, utilizing data-driven insights and cro...

Laval, QCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive executive talent acquisition by supporting portfolio company searches and internal HR initiatives. Enjoy autonomy in decision-making while collaborating closely with leadership to enhanc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing quality, safety, and productivity across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to drive operational excellence and achieve strategic o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$186K - $226K *

Advance enterprise Talent and Development priorities, leading cross-functional teams to enhance performance management and culture. Drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment and sustainable solu...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead enterprise talent management and employee experience initiatives to drive growth and enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to develop scalable programs that foster hig...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $145K *

Transform the global recruitment function by leading a small team, optimizing processes, and leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and candidate experience while personally closing roles and driving per...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion global hiring strategies across Engineering, Product, and Design. Lead Talent leaders to enhance recruitment quality and efficiency, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a coh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $140K *

Champion talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruitment and advising leaders on workforce strategies. Drive engagement and culture while building strong candidate pipelines and enhancing HR prac...

Vancouver, BCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Advance talent acquisition efforts by leading full-cycle recruitment, partnering with leaders to develop strategies, and enhancing employee engagement across the organization. Drive initiatives that f...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to strategic HR solutions by managing client relationships, advising on compliance, and enhancing performance management. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive business success and foste...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic HR solutions by partnering with clients to enhance performance management, drive compliance, and foster meaningful relationships. Leverage expertise to deliver tailored guidance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$210K - $250K *

Partner with us to drive strategic human capital initiatives, enhance organizational performance, and lead global HR business partnerships. Shape workforce strategies, manage M&A integrations, and fos...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform sales training by developing and implementing innovative programs for new Territory Managers, enhancing performance through strategic collaboration and continuous evaluation to achieve corpo...

1 week 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.