Talent Development Manager Jobs in California
Talent development manager jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in technology, entertainment, financial services, and healthcare, with openings from early-career program coordinators through senior directors of learning and organizational development. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, where employers like Google, Kaiser Permanente, and Disney maintain large, established learning and development functions. The most in-demand specialties include instructional design, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The position will support our Alternative Investments practice group. The Talent Development Manager will be a member of the Legal Personnel Department and report to the Director of Attorney Talent Development. This position is located in the Los Angeles office. The Talent Development Manager should be comfortable interacting with employees at all levels under pressure while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, and should display a high level of professionalism.
Responsibilities:
- Get to know the practice group, the practice group attorneys and administrative teams, deal flow and clients.
- Work closely with partners to ensure that appropriate developmental and training messages are given during associate performance evaluations and participate in all evaluations to ensure consistency in delivery.
- Be familiar with the associates’ reviews, their matters, workloads and professional development goals.
- Work closely with the Staffing Partner(s) in coordinating the assignment of associates to ongoing and new matters. Suggest assignments based on the workload of the department and the developmental needs of the associate.
- Counsel associates on their career goals.
- Work closely with the Training Partner(s) and the Professional Development team on the creation and implementation of a multi-tiered transactional training program and liaise with the Professional Development team on Deals@Milbank.
- Help develop and facilitate ad hoc events to foster greater cohesion and communication within the group.
- Manage onboarding of lateral and first year associates and exit procedures for departing associates; conduct exit interviews.
- Other responsibilities as they are assigned from time to time.
COMPENSATION:
The anticipated base salary range offered for this role will be between $160,000 to $180,000 and represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range. Actual base compensation will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location, as well as the needs of the firm.
QUALIFICATIONS
- JD Required.
- Four to eight years of law firm experience; relevant transactional experience strongly preferred.
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, presentation, communication, leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
- Must have high responsiveness to time sensitive issues.
- The position requires flexibility with respect to working hours.
- In-person attendance on a hybrid schedule is expected.
INTRODUCTION
The position will support our Alternative Investments practice group. The Talent Development Manager will be a member of the Legal Personnel Department and report to the Director of Attorney Talent Development. This position is located in the Los Angeles office. The Talent Development Manager should be comfortable interacting with employees at all levels under pressure while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient, and should display a high level of professionalism.
Responsibilities:
- Get to know the practice group, the practice group attorneys and administrative teams, deal flow and clients.
- Work closely with partners to ensure that appropriate developmental and training messages are given during associate performance evaluations and participate in all evaluations to ensure consistency in delivery.
- Be familiar with the associates’ reviews, their matters, workloads and professional development goals.
- Work closely with the Staffing Partner(s) in coordinating the assignment of associates to ongoing and new matters. Suggest assignments based on the workload of the department and the developmental needs of the associate.
- Counsel associates on their career goals.
- Work closely with the Training Partner(s) and the Professional Development team on the creation and implementation of a multi-tiered transactional training program and liaise with the Professional Development team on Deals@Milbank.
- Help develop and facilitate ad hoc events to foster greater cohesion and communication within the group.
- Manage onboarding of lateral and first year associates and exit procedures for departing associates; conduct exit interviews.
- Other responsibilities as they are assigned from time to time.
COMPENSATION:
The anticipated base salary range offered for this role will be between $160,000 to $180,000 and represents the firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range. Actual base compensation will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, performance, qualifications, degrees, and location, as well as the needs of the firm.
QUALIFICATIONS
- JD Required.
- Four to eight years of law firm experience; relevant transactional experience strongly preferred.
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, presentation, communication, leadership, time management, and organizational skills.
- Must have high responsiveness to time sensitive issues.
- The position requires flexibility with respect to working hours.
- In-person attendance on a hybrid schedule is expected.
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Talent Development Manager Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Robert Half5
- Joby Aviation2
- NVIDIA2
- PagerDuty2
- Rippling2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software13
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Staffing & Recruiting6
- Food & Beverage3
- Retail3
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in talent development manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, education, or a related field
- Three or more years of experience designing and delivering employee learning programs
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Workday Learning or Cornerstone
- Demonstrated ability to measure training effectiveness using data and performance metrics
- Experience partnering with managers and senior leaders to assess and close skill gaps
- Familiarity with California employment law as it relates to required workplace training
Talent Development Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a talent development manager in California?
Most talent development managers in California enter the field with a bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development, education, or psychology. California does not issue a state license for this role, but earning a Certified Professional in Talent Development credential from the Association for Talent Development or a Professional in Human Resources certification from HRCI strengthens candidacy. Many California employers also value experience leading training programs internally before moving into a management role.
How much do talent development managers make in California?
Talent development managers in California earn a median of about $156,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,900 for the lowest 10% to over $274,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire talent development managers in California?
Employers hiring talent development managers in California right now include Robert Half, Joby Aviation, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large technology companies, major healthcare systems, and entertainment studios means sustained demand for professionals who can build and scale learning programs at enterprise size.
Which California cities have the most talent development manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most talent development manager openings in California. The San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles account for the largest share, driven by the density of technology headquarters and entertainment studios in those metros, while San Jose reflects the high volume of enterprise-scale tech employers that invest heavily in structured learning and leadership pipelines.
Are there remote talent development manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 19% of talent development manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves content design, curriculum development, and virtual facilitation rather than in-person delivery. Roles focused on live instructor-led training or on-site onboarding programs tend to require more in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a talent development manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a talent development coordinator or training specialist role, then building toward management. Large California employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Salesforce, and county government agencies run structured early-career HR rotational and training programs that accept candidates without direct L&D management experience. Lateral moves from HR business partner, instructional designer, or corporate trainer roles are common routes in. A portfolio of training materials or a completed CPTD credential gives candidates a measurable edge at the application stage.
Where can I find and apply to talent development manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to talent development manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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