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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$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading talent acquisition strategies and processes across global offices. Drive recruitment efforts, build talent pipelines, and partner with leadership to align staffing with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of vibrant senior living communities. Oversee project lifecycles from concept to occupancy, ensuring alignment with market needs and operational goals while...

1 week ago

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

$117K - $195K *

Join us to lead enterprise learning and capability development initiatives, partnering with HR and business leaders to enhance workforce performance and foster a culture of continuous learning and gro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Drive exceptional talent acquisition strategies to shape high-performance teams in technical and business roles, enhancing the future of Physical AI through collaboration and candidate engagement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $98K *

Champion employee growth by leading training initiatives that align performance with organizational goals. Collaborate across departments to develop and deliver engaging learning programs, ensuring ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$99K - $149K *

Support the design and delivery of leadership development programs, enhancing skills and confidence in future leaders. Collaborate across teams to drive talent strategies that improve organizational p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate talent management strategies by driving development programs, engaging stakeholders, and enhancing inclusion initiatives. Contribute to strategic HR priorities while managing projects and comm...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$59K - $100K *

Drive the development of training programs for Food and Nutrition Services and Work First staff, enhancing employee competency and compliance through curriculum design, workshops, and ongoing support...

3 weeks ago

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

$73K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing talent acquisition strategies, collaborating with hiring managers to attract top talent, and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitme...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $93K *

Champion the full recruiting lifecycle, partnering with hiring managers to attract and secure top talent across various functions, while enhancing the candidate experience and employer brand in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $109K *

Champion innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent, enhance candidate experience, and align hiring processes with organizational goals. Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to optimiz...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead workforce strategy and talent development initiatives, partnering with senior leaders to align people strategies with business goals. Drive organizational transformation and enhance leadership ca...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Explore a pivotal role in leading complex analysis across systems, driving alignment among stakeholders, and enhancing technology solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate business needs...

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2 weeks ago

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

$109K - $147K *

Lead complex organizational effectiveness initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to diagnose needs and design impactful solutions that enhance performance and drive business success across the e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $100K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative learning programs that enhance organizational capabilities and support change initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Deliver a transformative learning strategy that enhances organizational growth, accelerates onboarding, and fosters leadership development through innovative training solutions and data-driven insight...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Champion HR operations by delivering high-quality support, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data integrity. Drive efficiency and problem resolution while empowering leadership to focus on strategi...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of talent development by leading impactful learning programs, collaborating with leaders, and enhancing employee engagement to drive organizational success and culture transformation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Manage and execute comprehensive learning and talent development programs, collaborating with leadership and HR to enhance employee engagement and performance across the organization, while driving st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $222K *

Reimagine talent and performance strategies to enhance workforce readiness and leadership. Collaborate with senior leaders to design data-driven, AI-enabled solutions that align with business goals an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize talent management initiatives by driving program execution and continuous improvement. Collaborate with HR and stakeholders to enhance onboarding, leadership development, and succession plann...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative approaches to talent acquisition by designing a scalable system that engages exceptional candidates throughout the recruiting journey and creates tailored experiences to attract to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Shape the future of talent management by translating global strategies into actionable outcomes. Lead review processes, deliver engaging leadership programs, and enhance talent solutions through data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in identifying and securing top talent across Engineering, Product, and Design. Collaborate closely with hiring teams to execute innovative sourcing strategies in a dynamic startup env...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.