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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$193K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic learning and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Collaborate with executives to enhance leadership capabilities and foster a culture of continuous growth...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $179K *

Shape and lead client implementations for a cutting-edge trading platform, guiding asset and wealth managers through system configuration and go-live processes while ensuring client satisfaction and p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $111K *

Champion the implementation of restorative practices in schools, fostering relationships and collaboration among staff, students, and families. Drive program development, assess effectiveness, and sup...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $114K *

Empower our B2B partners by providing expert integration support, troubleshooting complex issues, and enhancing system reliability. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and ensure seamless cus...

Today

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

$189K - $205K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic business development initiatives, identifying new opportunities, and fostering relationships to enhance organizational growth in defense services and technology s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $122K *

Transform the workforce development landscape by building strategic partnerships and connecting educational resources with regional employer needs. Lead initiatives, engage stakeholders, and drive eco...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform client GTM strategies by designing and implementing automation systems that enhance demand orchestration and outbound prospecting, ensuring seamless integration and improved efficiency acros...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $171K *

Transform innovation strategies by leading cross-functional engagements, driving stakeholder alignment, and ensuring successful adoption of AI and automation solutions that deliver measurable business...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $101K *

Lead the charge in providing advanced administrative support for firm leaders! Manage complex scheduling, coordinate travel, and assist with confidential communications to drive operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading talent acquisition initiatives, shaping strategies, and enhancing recruitment processes. Collaborate with leaders to attract top talent and drive organizational success...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of sourcing transformation by architecting AI-driven programs that enhance global procurement strategies. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation, optimize processes, and del...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Help us optimize sales operations by providing essential support to our sales team, ensuring accurate order processing, exceptional customer service, and effective collaboration across departments to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $138K *

The Professional Services Consultant at Mindtickle is responsible for delivering solutions to customer enablement challenges using the Mindtickle SaaS platform. This role involves project management...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end success of platform products, ensuring alignment among stakeholders and guiding implementation processes in a fast-paced environment. Drive customer engageme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $350K *

Champion a transformative talent strategy that shapes global succession planning and leadership pipelines. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive data-driven insights and ensure alignment with busin...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming IT environments through innovative solutions. As an IT Generalist, you'll engage in complex migration processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $204K *

Lead a high-performing team to drive innovative learning solutions and operational excellence. Champion AI-assisted learning experiences and optimize delivery capabilities for a future-ready workforce...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining workforce solutions by driving product vision and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative assessment tools that enhance career development...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading product strategy for workforce solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, ensuring products meet market needs and deliver value to diverse s...

Iowa City, IARemote

Yesterday

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

$106K - $204K *

Drive innovative learning execution and operational excellence by leading a high-performing team. Champion AI-assisted learning solutions and ensure seamless onboarding and upskilling across diverse c...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $186K *

Champion innovative learning solutions by leading a high-performing team to drive operational excellence and delivery transformations, ensuring agile workforce development and seamless onboarding acro...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative Guidewire Cloud solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, designing core applications, and ensuring high-quality integrations while adhering to best practices and Agile methodo...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K *

Inspire the future of workforce development by leading strategic initiatives, fostering community partnerships, and driving operational excellence to enhance learner success and organizational impact...

1 week ago

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

$137K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence to enhance community impact, foster employer engagement, and ensure high-quality learner experiences in workforce development and technology train...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Transform workplace operations by supporting executive leaders, managing logistics, and enhancing employee experiences in a dynamic startup environment. Drive efficiency and innovation while ensuring...

3 weeks 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.