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 dedicated team to enhance preschool services for children with developmental delays. Lead program implementation, comply with regulations, manage budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders to e...

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

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine early intervention services for preschoolers by leading operational excellence and compliance across assigned regions, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and ensuring effective mana...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Champion innovative training solutions by leading the Training Institute, developing engaging content, and driving revenue growth through fee-based programs while ensuring alignment with corporate goa...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $220K *

Drive innovation in separation processes by leading a team of scientists, managing development programs, and optimizing chromatography techniques to ensure successful technology transfer and process s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $100K *

Join a team that designs and develops engaging learning experiences. Use your expertise in instructional design to create impactful content and collaborate with SMEs to meet organizational learning ob...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a Growth Analyst, transforming marketing data into actionable insights that drive family growth. Own Google Analytics 4 reporting, build data marts, and support strategic deci...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative learning programs that enhance employee readiness and operational excellence. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to design scalable training solutions that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $178K *

Drive executive search excellence by developing strategies, engaging top talent, and delivering market insights to enhance hiring decisions and build diverse talent pipelines...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$106K - $178K *

Unlock potential by partnering with us to drive executive search strategies, enhance talent pipelines, and deliver market insights that shape hiring decisions. Join a dynamic team focused on identifyi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage the application development team while actively designing, coding, and supporting enterprise applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions and ensure high...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform talent development by collaborating with stakeholders to design innovative programs that enhance leadership skills and integrate AI trends, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and f...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $132K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic recruiting initiatives and managing the full recruitment lifecycle. Collaborate with HR to attract top talent, enhance candidate experiences, and support organiza...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $400K *

Tackle strategic customer implementations and enhance internal initiatives by leading full lifecycle project delivery and coordinating cross-functional teams, leveraging deep SAP expertise and enterpr...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming higher education through innovative solutions. Leverage your consultative sales expertise to drive growth, build executive relationships, and enhance campu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Drive growth by partnering with education leaders to enhance campus performance through tailored solutions, addressing operational challenges and sustainability initiatives in a consultative sales env...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Transform the Higher Education landscape by developing tailored solutions for operational challenges and sustainability initiatives. Leverage your consultative sales expertise to build relationships w...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth in the Higher Education sector. Leverage your consultative sales expertise to build relationships, identify challenges, and deliver tailored solutions that...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Drive impactful solutions for higher education by identifying operational challenges and developing tailored strategies. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance campus performance and achieve insti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals, driving performance and engagement. Serve as a trusted advisor, supporting talent management, employee relations, and change ini...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $175K *

Drive strategic pre-sales initiatives and delivery oversight, leveraging technical expertise in custom development, integration, DevOps, and AI to ensure successful client engagements and solution imp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by partnering with global leaders to build AI capabilities and drive digital innovation. Lead strategic conversations, shape roadmaps, and enhance client relationships in a dynam...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion transformation by guiding global enterprises in building AI capabilities and advising C-suite leaders on digital innovation. Lead strategic conversations, develop roadmaps, and enhance client...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

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

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving student enrollment and growth strategies, building relationships with families, and leading initiatives to enhance online education experiences while fostering a culture of...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a visionary team as you lead strategic initiatives across multiple schools, fostering excellence and innovation while enhancing student engagement and community partnerships to drive growth and s...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform educational leadership by driving strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration, and enhancing school performance. Champion a positive learning environment while ensuring compliance and sus...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

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.