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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$101K - $177K *

Build your expertise to drive L&D transformation by operationalizing technology and tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence the tech roadmap and enhance enterprise learning solutio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $194K *

Drive transformation by leading L&D initiatives, optimizing technology, and partnering across teams to enhance enterprise learning. Balance visionary strategy with tactical execution to support ongoin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $194K *

Accelerate leadership development by designing and delivering innovative learning solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful content that aligns with enterprise objectives, driving m...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $194K *

Elevate leadership development by designing impactful learning solutions that align with enterprise goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to create innovative content, leveraging technology to enhance...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $194K *

Transform learning analytics by driving enterprise strategies that enhance measurement frameworks and optimize development programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate data into actionable ins...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive recruiting excellence by managing the full lifecycle to attract and onboard top talent. Collaborate with leadership and teams to enhance processes and ensure a swift hiring pipeline, all while m...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic social media initiatives that enhance executive influence and amplify brand presence. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives and drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of executive social media strategies, enhancing brand visibility and influence. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives and drive engagement across key platform...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful social media strategies that enhance executive visibility and brand influence. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives and engage key audiences, shaping the futu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic social media initiatives that enhance executive influence and elevate brand presence. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives and drive eng...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic social media initiatives to enhance executive influence and brand visibility. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling narratives and engagement strategies that resonate wit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion the development of strategic social media initiatives that enhance executive influence and elevate brand presence, collaborating with senior leaders to connect with key audiences and drive en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $177K *

Take ownership of strategic leadership and oversight for DSPS programs, ensuring compliance and high-quality services for students with disabilities. Collaborate across departments to promote access...

2 weeks ago

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

$151K - $177K *

Empower students with disabilities by leading DSPS programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and enhance accessibility to promote equity...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Innovate with us as you lead technical delivery for enterprise data integration and migration projects, focusing on Higher Education and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive solution architecture, manage team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate regional growth by enhancing distributor performance through impactful welding training. Leverage technical expertise to deliver engaging learning experiences, fostering confidence and advo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex data solutions through seamless technical implementations and project management. You'll engage with clients at all levels, ensuring impactful onboar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform B2B marketing strategies through compelling campaigns and targeted messaging that drive customer engagement, enhance brand value, and support sales teams in a dynamic environment designed fo...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Transform product capabilities by leading strategy and execution for shared workflows, ensuring seamless integration and user experience across platforms. Drive measurable outcomes through customer in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$94K - $134K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic HR initiatives, enhancing workforce planning, and fostering talent development. Collaborate with leadership to implement effective HR solutions that align with bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $113K *

Elevate business development efforts by supporting strategic initiatives, enhancing client engagement, and driving revenue growth through targeted marketing and operational excellence in a dynamic env...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K *

Join a team that's driving media investment success across programmatic and paid social channels. Lead a talented group while optimizing campaigns, enhancing processes, and delivering strategic insigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful marketing projects. As a key project manager, you'll coordinate initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals while en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's innovating data solutions by leveraging Informatica MDM. You'll optimize data integration, enhance system performance, and support critical development projects to drive company-wid...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative training solutions and facilitating engaging learning experiences. Lead the development of complex training programs while collaborating with stake...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.