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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$83K - $104K *

Transform HR operations by ensuring accurate, timely processes and serving as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, enhancing the employee lifecycle from onboarding to off-boarding with a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to stabilizing complex IT incidents and enhancing system reliability. Leverage your expertise in server, network, and application support to mentor others and drive improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Empower personalized learning as a special educator, guiding a middle school student with unique needs. Collaborate with families and teams to design adaptive, multi-sensory instruction that fosters g...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative automotive refinish coatings projects. Drive formulation development, mentor teams, and influence technical strategies to ensure successful commercialization of...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Elevate school operations by overseeing facilities, staff, and budget management to create a thriving learning environment. Drive continuous improvement and strategic planning in partnership with acad...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock a transformative Total Rewards strategy that enhances employee experience, drives talent retention, and fosters organizational growth through innovative benefits, wellbeing, and recognition pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform talent acquisition by developing strategies to attract diverse candidates, managing intern programs, and collaborating with hiring managers to ensure equitable selection processes across var...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical customer engagements, troubleshooting software issues, and enhancing product reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and inform produ...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower young adults with Autism and developmental disabilities by leading integrated clinical and operational services in therapeutic group homes. Ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care while mana...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion exceptional client service by managing complex relationships, leading initiatives, and solving data challenges within wealth management technology. Drive improvements and support objectives a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing training and development in manufacturing. Lead the creation of innovative technical training programs, ensuring compliance and effectiveness while fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $150K *

Lead the transformation of leadership and organizational effectiveness initiatives, managing high-impact programs across performance management, coaching, and team effectiveness. Collaborate with stak...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of site reliability engineering. Leverage your skills in automation, cloud technologies, and CI/CD practices to enhance operational efficiency and reliability acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Optimize recruiting strategies to source and engage exceptional post-sales talent. Collaborate closely with hiring managers while honing your skills in understanding candidate motivations and market d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $158K *

Transform our people strategy as a strategic People Business Partner, driving leadership influence and cultural impact while enhancing operational excellence across the organization. Lead key initiati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Transform the talent booking landscape by leading relationships and securing high-impact talent across entertainment and sports, ensuring seamless execution from pitch to production while supporting P...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving AI adoption in Supply Chain functions. Collaborate with leaders to assess readiness, identify gaps, and implement scalable AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency a...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower a cohesive workplace experience across multiple locations, driving service delivery, team effectiveness, and operational consistency while enhancing employee engagement and vendor performance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$198K - $283K *

Join a team that's driving impactful business improvements across diverse industries. Lead engagements, mentor talent, and tackle complex challenges while enjoying extensive travel opportunities and r...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $90K *

Help us enhance research funding success by developing strategic proposals and fostering collaboration among faculty and staff. This role requires initiative and creativity to build effective support...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Empower workplace excellence across multiple locations by leading service delivery, enhancing team effectiveness, and ensuring operational consistency. Drive alignment in workplace standards and foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform workplace experiences across multiple locations by leading teams, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring operational consistency. Drive alignment in standards and practices while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $95K *

Empower Supply Chain functions for AI adoption by assessing readiness, identifying gaps, and facilitating deployment. Collaborate with leaders to ensure successful integration of AI solutions into bus...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of AI in Supply Chain by assessing readiness, bridging teams, and driving successful adoption. Collaborate with leaders to identify gaps and implement scalable solutions that enha...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $118K *

Optimize business processes by analyzing data and implementing solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to drive improvements and deliver actionable insights that...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.