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 - $97K *

Transform learning experiences by collaborating with stakeholders to design and deliver innovative training solutions. Leverage modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance o...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform talent management strategies by implementing succession planning and leadership development initiatives. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to enhance workforce planning and execute in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $96K *

Develop and lead partnership strategies to enhance educational outreach and engagement. Collaborate with K12 and higher education stakeholders to drive growth and sustainability, ensuring effective im...

1 week ago

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

$190K - $210K *

Champion innovative assessment solutions as a Senior Director, leading high-impact client engagements and mentoring talent. Influence strategy with advanced expertise in AI and psychometrics while dri...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Explore and drive operational SIGINT analysis to support national security objectives. Collaborate with Intelligence Community partners and develop expertise in various functional missions, enhancing...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join us in shaping the future of data centre recruitment by driving full-cycle hiring for critical project teams. Leverage your expertise to build talent pipelines and provide market insights in a fas...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $96K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic fundraising efforts and donor relations. Drive financial sustainability for educational initiatives through relationship-building, comprehensive planning, and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by sourcing exceptional Forward Deployed Engineers through innovative strategies and data-driven insights. Collaborate with hiring teams to build strong candidate pipelines in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Talent Sourcer, driving innovative sourcing strategies to attract exceptional Forward Deployed Engineers. Collaborate with hiring managers to build strong candidate pipelines...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $159K *

Empower brands by developing dynamic partnerships in entertainment. Collaborate across diverse teams to create impactful connections that enhance consumer engagement and drive growth through compellin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $219K *

Unlock potential as you lead HR operations, shaping equitable hiring and retention strategies while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and student success...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Support the optimization and administration of our LMS, ensuring effective training delivery, compliance, and user satisfaction while collaborating on course development and maintaining content integr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$56K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in education partnerships, where you'll establish relationships, generate leads, and drive sales success while making a positive impact on community education...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion your career by leading a team of Talent Account Managers to enhance hiring processes, ensuring quality candidate experiences and effective delivery outcomes while collaborating with key stake...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $106K *

Shape a thriving workplace culture by managing HR strategies, enhancing employee relations, ensuring legal compliance, and prioritizing safety initiatives while overseeing recruitment, payroll, and be...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $106K *

Shape a thriving workplace by overseeing HR functions, fostering employee relations, and ensuring compliance with laws. Drive initiatives in safety, recruiting, and benefits administration to enhance...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$74K - $95K *

Partner with us to shape a positive workplace culture while overseeing critical HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and safety programs that support our employee partners...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$141K - $185K *

Lead the charge in transforming Financial Crimes Compliance through innovative AI-powered cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust information systems th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in crafting high-quality proposals and SOQs, ensuring all project submissions meet deadlines while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive success and enhance cl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $87K *

Empower our organization by managing human resources functions, enhancing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws while promoting a culture of safety and operational excellenc...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Develop and implement a global talent and learning strategy that enhances leadership capabilities, builds critical skills, and fosters a robust internal talent pipeline, while partnering with business...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $136K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by attracting top candidates, managing the hiring process, and implementing effective recruiting strategies. Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to ensure co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$87K - $128K *

Transform community engagement by leading strategic initiatives that drive revenue generation and partnerships. Collaborate across sectors to develop innovative programs that enhance the college's mis...

Courtenay, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to aligning HR strategies with business goals. As a key partner, you'll drive employee engagement, support talent management, and foster a high-performance culture while n...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.