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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$102K - $120K *

Lead high-impact proposal efforts globally, managing complex RFIs and RFPs. Drive collaboration, ensure quality, and optimize strategies for proposal submissions in a fast-paced, deadline-focused envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $100K *

Inspire a proactive workplace by managing complex employee relations cases, guiding performance management, and leveraging data insights to enhance organizational culture and compliance. Collaborate w...

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $100K *

Drive employee relations excellence by managing complex investigations, coaching leaders, and leveraging data insights to foster a fair workplace. Collaborate strategically with HR partners to align i...

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $100K *

Empower a proactive workplace by managing complex employee relations cases, guiding performance management, and leveraging data insights. Collaborate with HR partners to foster a fair environment and...

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $140K *

Advance organizational performance by leading strategic learning and development initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions that enhance workforce capability and drive mea...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $145K *

Drive Marketplace performance by leading analytics, identifying opportunities, and shaping executive narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational insights and ensure data-driven d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead company-wide recruiting efforts, shaping talent strategy and building a high-performing team. Drive critical searches, enhance processes, and elevate candidate experience to support ou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of talent development by managing early career programs that attract, nurture, and retain emerging professionals. Collaborate with leaders and educational partners to build a diverse...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of fundraising and community engagement. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee donor relations, and drive resource development across diverse programs while collabo...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead complex client engagements, ensuring quality delivery and strong relationships. Guide teams through ambiguous challenges, manage engagement health, and create follow-on opportunities in strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $197K *

Lead the charge in establishing and executing a robust relationship management model, engaging senior stakeholders to enhance financial planning strategies and steer innovative advice solutions aligne...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead strategic learning initiatives that enhance professional development experiences. Drive quality, engagement, and continuous improvement across diverse learning formats while collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $173K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic technology consulting firm by driving client development and expanding relationships with senior technology leaders across the West Coast, while leveraging RGP's consu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Drive full-cycle recruiting for Community Manager roles, enhancing processes and leveraging technology to attract top talent. Partner with hiring managers to optimize strategies and improve efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$99K - $166K *

Shape the future of HR by resolving complex employee inquiries and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate across teams to identify root causes, streamline processes, and improve the employee experien...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform talent management by leading performance cycles, succession planning, and goal-setting initiatives. Collaborate with HRBPs and business leaders to enhance processes and drive organizational...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion active transportation initiatives by leading multimodal planning projects across diverse communities. Manage client relationships, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams while driving innovativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape your career by leading the design and delivery of impactful onboarding and training programs for Business Development Representatives, ensuring they excel in their roles and contribute effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering impactful training programs that enhance co-worker capabilities and performance, ensuring organizational readiness through innovative learning solutions an...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower product excellence by validating designs and testing integrated hardware and software systems. Collaborate in an R&D lab to enhance product quality and drive innovative solutions through rigor...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $150K *

Shape the future of investment talent by developing strategic frameworks and initiatives that enhance investor performance and collaboration across teams, driving impactful results and fostering a cul...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $150K *

Transform investment talent strategies by developing frameworks and initiatives that enhance investor performance and collaboration. Engage with teams to implement solutions that align roles, responsi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $102K *

Contribute to impactful learning and evaluation strategies, driving data collection and analysis to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure comp...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$85K - $156K *

Partner with us to lead a dynamic team of SEAs and EAs, enhancing customer support and driving process improvements. Foster collaboration and build relationships while ensuring exceptional service del...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $132K *

Lead impactful organizational development and change management strategies, collaborating with leaders to enhance effectiveness, drive business transformation, and facilitate complex changes while ens...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.