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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$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

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to shape and lead our people, culture, and talent strategy, driving HR initiatives from employee relations to talent acquisition in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in talent acquisition by strategizing and executing innovative recruiting initiatives. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance employer branding and build a robust pipeline of wor...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of career development by leading a dynamic team, fostering partnerships, and delivering impactful programs that empower students to achieve their professional goals through innovative...

2 weeks ago

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

$227K - $338K *

Drive the vision and strategy for a cloud data management platform, leading product lifecycle management while collaborating across teams and ensuring successful integration with major cloud providers...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Grow your career with a strategic role driving enterprise client deployments. Own post-sales outcomes, convert pilots to long-term contracts, and identify expansion opportunities while collaborating w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining client engagement by driving enterprise deployments, converting pilots into long-term contracts, and expanding use cases. Collaborate with Fortune 500 companies to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Optimize talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent. Lead the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring effective hiring practices and fostering relationships with educational and commu...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Contribute to impactful learning experiences and leadership initiatives by facilitating workshops, managing projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance employee development and drive orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$164K - $314K *

Shape the future of HR by leading strategic integration and planning initiatives. Drive alignment across functions, enhance operational effectiveness, and ensure scalable solutions that deliver measur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Champion integrated HR strategies by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment across HR functions, and driving effective execution of enterprise-wide priorities to enhance organization...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Champion HR transformation by leading strategic planning and integration across functions. Drive alignment and execution of enterprise-wide initiatives to enhance HR effectiveness and deliver measurab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Transform HR strategy by leading integrated planning and execution across functions, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities. Drive governance and enablement initiatives to enhance organizationa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Architect a transformative HR strategy that integrates enterprise priorities, drives execution, and enhances organizational effectiveness across multiple HR functions. Lead governance and enablement i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Join a team that's redefining HR strategy by integrating enterprise priorities into a cohesive roadmap, driving alignment across functions, and ensuring effective execution of HR initiatives that deli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $314K *

Elevate HR strategy by leading integration and planning initiatives that align enterprise priorities with effective execution across HR functions, driving measurable business outcomes and enhancing or...

San Antonio, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $190K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruiting for corporate roles, collaborating with hiring managers to attract top talent. Elevate candidate experience and streamline processes while supporting technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Lead and elevate talent acquisition efforts by building a high-performing team, driving strategic recruitment initiatives, and collaborating with HR to enhance talent management and engagement across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $255K *

Partner with us to lead program management initiatives that align with corporate strategies, enhance operational processes, and foster stakeholder relationships while driving continuous improvement an...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Drive your career with impactful program management initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and align with corporate strategies. Lead teams, manage budgets, and foster stakeholder relationship...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Drive program management excellence by aligning initiatives with corporate strategies, enhancing operational processes, and fostering stakeholder relationships to achieve continuous improvement and fi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Lead the charge in program management initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and align with corporate strategies. Drive financial management, team leadership, and stakeholder relationships to f...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Drive program management excellence by aligning initiatives with corporate strategies, enhancing operational processes, and fostering stakeholder relationships. Lead financial management and team deve...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Champion program management excellence by aligning initiatives with corporate strategies, enhancing operational processes, and fostering stakeholder relationships. Drive continuous improvement while l...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $255K *

Optimize program management initiatives to align with corporate strategies, enhance operational efficiency, and foster stakeholder relationships. Lead financial management, team development, and execu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.