Training & Development Manager

Lead the design, development, and delivery of organizational learning and development programs that build employee capabilities, support career growth, and drive business performance. Manage a team of instructional designers and facilitators, oversee the learning management system, develop the annual L&D strategy and budget, and measure learning effectiveness and ROI. Partner with HR business partners and senior leaders to align L&D investments with organizational priorities.

Median salary: $115,000. Projected growth to 2033: 8% (faster than average) - driven by AI upskilling and skills transformation needs. Typical education: Bachelor's Degree.

At a glance

Median salary: $115,000
Entry-level: $75,000 - $95,000
Senior: $170,000+
Growth by 2033: 8% (faster than average) - driven by AI upskilling and skills transformation needs
Demand: Growing
Remote: Hybrid
Hours per week: 40-50 hours/week
Stress: Moderate

What you'd do

People interaction: Extensive
Team vs solo: 65% Team / 35% Solo
Client facing: Sometimes
Impact visibility: Moderate

How to get there

Minimum education: Bachelor's Degree
Licensing: No
Years to mid-career: 4-6 years
Years to senior: 8-12 years
Career switching: Moderate
Typical student debt: $25,000 - $55,000

Skills you'll use

Hard skills

L&D Strategy Development & Budget Management
Instructional Design Program Oversight
LMS Administration & Content Strategy
Learning Evaluation & ROI Analysis
Vendor Management for External Learning Programs
Manager & Leadership Development Program Design

Soft skills

Leadership
Instructional Design
Stakeholder Engagement
Budget Management
Written Communication

Technical complexity: Moderate

Typical career path

L&D Specialist
L&D Manager
Senior L&D Manager
Director of Learning
Chief Learning Officer