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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$85K - $115K *

Contribute to effective program operations by leading oversight of grant recipients, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Head Start standards, and driving quality improvements to enhance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate workforce capabilities by developing and managing training programs that enhance productivity and operational performance. Collaborate across departments to implement effective learning soluti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $127K *

Champion global equity compensation plans, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating across departments. Engage with stakeholders to resolve issues and lead complex projects, enhancing oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $88K *

Unlock your potential as a Development Manager, driving donor engagement and fundraising initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance donor systems, manage campaigns, and create impactful materials...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Champion high-volume venue hiring by managing full life cycle recruitment, planning hiring events, and executing sourcing strategies to attract top talent while ensuring a seamless candidate experienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing customer deployments by transforming complex workflows into effective AI agent solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution and ongoi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join us to drive customer deployments, transforming complex workflows into effective AI agent solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and ongoing success...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational training by developing and delivering effective training materials, coordinating programs, and ensuring compliance with legislative standards for...

Timmins, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading a dynamic team to attract top talent. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance employer branding, and foster diversity while collaborating with leaders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$81K - $120K *

Engage in building talent pipelines by leading early talent recruitment initiatives. Collaborate with educational institutions and internal stakeholders to connect students with career opportunities...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $120K *

Grow your career by leading early talent recruitment and engagement strategies, building vital partnerships with schools and community organizations, and managing internship programs to connect emergi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Architect innovative product strategies while leading complex platforms and solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance user experience and operational efficiency, influencing outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and coordinating the MBSE toolchain, integrating engineering systems, and providing training and support to enhance team capabilities in advanced vehicle development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join us to enhance our workforce through innovative training and development strategies. You'll lead initiatives that close skill gaps, foster leadership, and create a thriving workplace culture, driv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Lead client relationships and drive growth in a dynamic financial advisory role, focusing on retirement planning and investment management. Collaborate with dedicated teams to deliver exceptional clie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives while ensuring a high-quality candidate experience and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives. Drive process improvements and deliver exceptional candi...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by managing enterprise applications, ensuring optimal performance, and driving upgrades. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and support critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex projects that drive business impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client leaders to translate strategic vision into actionable plans, ensuring a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform strategic vision into actionable plans by leading complex projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client leaders to ensure alignment and deliver measurable business impact thro...

Covington, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion partner-led demand generation by developing and executing scalable marketing strategies. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to drive pipeline growth and optimize performance across ke...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Shape the future of media intelligence by leading a dynamic software development team. Drive innovation in building scalable, high-quality applications while collaborating across departments to meet c...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by optimizing Oracle HCM Cloud systems, enhancing HR processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and automation in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform HR operations by optimizing Oracle HCM Cloud systems, enhancing functionality, and driving process automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective utilization and sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on developing and executing content strategies that enhance brand storytelling and support integrated marketing campaigns across retail and banking sector...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.