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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$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

$110K - $125K *

Develop and execute comprehensive email marketing and automation strategies, leveraging Salesforce Marketing Cloud to engage clients and brokers. Create compelling content while optimizing CRM process...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a leading EdTech firm by driving product strategy and enhancing shared capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve user experiences...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the transformation of AI and data strategy, driving innovation and governance across the organization. Shape the future of enterprise capabilities while ensuring compliance and maximizing operati...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $189K *

Elevate assessment practices by partnering with schools to design, pilot, and implement innovative strategies that measure holistic outcomes while reducing administrative burdens to enhance personaliz...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading global strategies and scalable programs. Drive employee lifecycle enhancements, optimize service delivery, and foster a high-performing cultu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead strategic customer engagement initiatives to drive product adoption and roadmap development for a private cloud product, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of customer engagement by driving product adoption and strategy in a dynamic cloud platform environment. Leverage your extensive experience to collaborate across teams and deliver imp...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by building and scaling credit card acquisition channels through innovative affiliate partnerships, targeted paid search, and social programs, while collaborating with cross-functional te...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to execute program plans, manage resources, and ensure milestones are met. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks and drive quality outcomes while maintaining prog...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Engage your skills as a Trainer Developer, creating and delivering training programs for UAS operations. Collaborate with engineering teams and ensure effective training methodologies while supporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer growth in mobilization and ministry expansion by fostering partnerships, engaging diverse communities, and promoting theological training globally. Collaborate with leadership to implement str...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$106K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions on the Salesforce platform. Utilize your skills in coding, testing, and maintaining applications while ensuring data integrity and supporting operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K *

Contribute to impactful project analyses, guiding teams and clients with actionable insights, market strategies, and innovative solutions to complex business challenges in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful solutions by managing project analyses, developing strategies, and presenting insights to clients. Lead, mentor, and drive client relationships while ensuring high-q...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K *

Champion impactful strategies by leading project teams, analyzing data, and delivering insights to clients. Collaborate effectively, innovate solutions, and mentor junior staff to achieve success in d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K *

Unlock potential by leading project teams and delivering actionable insights through research and analysis, while fostering client relationships and mentoring talent in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.