Explore Trainer Jobs Paying $100K or More

Trainers help people build the skills, knowledge, and confidence to perform at their best. From developing employee learning programs to coaching teams on specialized tools and processes, trainer roles combine subject-matter expertise with communication and instructional skills. Explore vetted trainer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

Types of Trainer Roles

Trainer job titles span corporate learning and development, sales enablement, technical training, product education, compliance, and professional coaching. Depending on the employer, trainers may lead live workshops, create digital learning materials, onboard new employees, or deliver specialized instruction to customers and internal teams.

What Trainers Do

Responsibilities often include assessing learning needs, designing and delivering training, creating presentations and reference materials, and evaluating whether programs are effective. Trainers may partner with managers and subject-matter experts to align instruction with business goals, update content as products or policies change, and support learners after a course or session.

Skills and Qualifications

Strong candidates typically bring clear communication, facilitation, organization, and presentation skills, along with expertise in the subject they teach. Employers may look for experience in instructional design, learning management systems, curriculum development, coaching, or a specific industry. Senior and specialized positions may also require leadership experience, relevant certifications, or a track record of improving learning outcomes.

Trainer Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by specialty, seniority, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Trainer roles paying $100,000 or more are more likely to involve specialized technical or commercial expertise, leadership of large-scale learning programs, or strategic responsibility for workforce development. Compare job descriptions carefully to understand compensation, qualifications, and the impact expected in each role.

Find Trainer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search trainer job titles, review role requirements, and find positions that match your experience, expertise, and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Empower client success by leading implementation activities for a cutting-edge platform. You will drive onboarding, training, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality deployments alig...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K *

Elevate customer support excellence by managing a dynamic team, enhancing SLA performance, resolving complex issues, and fostering development through effective coaching, all while ensuring customer s...

New York City, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$148K - $215K *

Reimagine the future of financial engagement by leading innovative software development. Engage in full-stack responsibilities, collaborating across teams to enhance product experiences for educationa...

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

$72K - $132K *

Champion end-to-end experiential programs, translating creative vision into actionable plans. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics, ensuring seamless execution and high-q...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Transform technical training by developing comprehensive curricula for military aviation systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create effective learning solutions for aircrew and mai...

Herndon, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$320K - $405K *

Unlock your potential by driving large-scale compute capacity deployments in partner-operated data centers. Manage hardware installations, collaborate with vendors, and optimize processes while ensuri...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K *

Elevate client success by leading innovative training programs that enhance learning experiences. Drive product adoption and satisfaction through tailored onboarding and ongoing education, ensuring cl...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming clinical trials through advanced data science. Drive the development of predictive models and machine learning algorithms to enhance patient enrollment and trial manage...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $390K *

Champion innovative game design across diverse genres, leading a talented team to ensure high-quality gameplay experiences. Drive vision from concept to execution, balancing strategic oversight with h...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $105K *

Unlock potential by delivering engaging training experiences that empower customers to master our solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance learning programs and drive customer suc...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K *

Champion the future of public safety by managing 40+ complex SaaS implementations. Drive project success from contract to go-live, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective collaboration across tea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape and drive the growth of Empower's Field Sales Program by recruiting, training, and managing sales contractors in new markets, while optimizing processes and ensuring effective team workflows for...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal digital services programs, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across multidisciplinary teams while ma...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by owning the end-to-end product lifecycle for agents, driving innovation and efficiency for both technical and non-technical users. Collaborate closely with leadership to shape the...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $230K *

Lead and enhance brand storytelling across campaigns. Collaborate with teams to ensure cohesive brand presence, drive creative direction, and develop a high-performing creative team to elevate brand i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering innovative learning experiences that align with strategic objectives. Analyze data to refine content and facilitate impactful training, fostering a culture...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Build, enhance, and optimize conversational AI solutions using NICE Cognigy, focusing on delivering seamless customer experiences and streamlined support through advanced chatbot and virtual assistant...

Overland Park, KSRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Engage with health plan partners to ensure optimal value delivery and expansion, focusing on retention and satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance program success while managing multip...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $182K *

Pioneer innovative character models for a unique voice-activated sticker printer. Collaborate with a small team to ensure high-quality outputs and brand approvals, driving the future of play through c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $145K *

Elevate revenue cycle management by analyzing workflows, optimizing processes, and driving strategic improvements. Collaborate across teams to enhance billing accuracy and maximize collections in a fu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $185K *

Champion the future of defense solutions by driving new business, building relationships, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring cus...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $86K *

Champion strategic influencer marketing initiatives, fostering client relationships and driving campaign success across multiple brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative s...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$59K - $108K *

Drive successful live events and brand activations by supporting planning, execution, and post-event analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and maintain projec...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a trainer do?question toggle

    A trainer helps employees, customers, or other learners develop job-related skills and knowledge. The role may involve assessing learning needs, creating materials, delivering instruction, and measuring training effectiveness.

  • What types of trainer jobs are available?question toggle

    Common specialties include corporate training, learning and development, sales training, technical training, product education, compliance training, and professional coaching.

  • What qualifications do trainer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek subject-matter expertise, communication and facilitation skills, and experience delivering or designing instruction. Some roles also require industry credentials, instructional design experience, or familiarity with learning management systems.

  • Can trainer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some senior, specialized, and strategic trainer roles offer compensation of $100,000 or more, particularly when they require significant technical expertise, leadership, or responsibility for organization-wide programs. Pay depends on the employer, location, industry, and role.

  • How can I find trainer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for trainer and related job titles, then review listings for salary information, required experience, and specialty. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.