North Carolina · 771 cities served · Statewide
HR outsourcing, fractional HR and compliance help for North Carolina employers
North Carolina relies mostly on federal law for leave, pay transparency and hiring rules, so a clear handbook and good records do most of the work. Catapult's certified HR advisors keep your policies, hiring and pay practices compliant, without adding headcount.
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Guidance reviewed by Karol Dixon and Cindy Satter, SHRM-SCP, PHR · Updated November 2026
Employment law guidance reviewed by Karol Dixon, Senior HR Advisor, and Cindy Satter, Senior HR Advisor, SHRM-SCP, PHR · Updated November 2026
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North Carolina employers at a glance
340,966 private employers · 4,165,202 jobs
340,966 private employers and 4,165,202 private-sector jobs. The largest industries we support in North Carolina. Each tile opens that industry’s HR page.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, North Carolina, private sector, first quarter 2025.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages, North Carolina, private sector, first quarter 2025.
North Carolina employment law, in plain terms
The North Carolina rules employers ask our advisors about most, checked against official state sources in November 2026. Each card links to the service that handles it. This is general information, not legal advice.
Paid sick leave
No statewide requirement. No state law requires private employers to give paid or unpaid sick leave. If an employer offers it, it must follow its written policy.
Update your leave policy · Official sourcePaid family and medical leave
No statewide requirement. No state paid family and medical leave insurance program.
Plan for leave programs · Official sourcePay transparency
No statewide requirement. No statewide law requires pay ranges in job postings or on request for private employers.
Pay transparency support · Official sourceHarassment prevention training
No statewide requirement. No state law requires private employers to give sexual harassment prevention training.
Harassment prevention training · Official sourceCriminal history in hiring
No statewide requirement. No statewide law limits criminal history questions on private employer job applications.
Compliant background checks · Official sourcePaid sick leave
No statewide requirement. No state law requires private employers to give paid or unpaid sick leave. If an employer offers it, it must follow its written policy. Official source · Ask an advisor
Paid family and medical leave
No statewide requirement. No state paid family and medical leave insurance program. Official source · Ask an advisor
Pay transparency
No statewide requirement. No statewide law requires pay ranges in job postings or on request for private employers. Official source · Ask an advisor
Harassment prevention training
No statewide requirement. No state law requires private employers to give sexual harassment prevention training. Official source · Ask an advisor
Criminal history in hiring
No statewide requirement. No statewide law limits criminal history questions on private employer job applications. Official source · Ask an advisor
Which North Carolina rules apply to your business?
Answer two questions to see the topics that most often apply. This is a starting point, not legal advice; an advisor can confirm what applies to you.
Find HR help in your North Carolina city
Tap a metro for its largest industries (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, first quarter 2025).
Select a city on the map to see the largest industries in its county, or filter by industry. Every one of the 771 North Carolina cities we serve is listed below the map.
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Charlotte · Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County: 700,464 private-sector jobs. Top industries: finance and insurance (88,671), professional services (68,081), restaurants and hotels (67,815). HR services in Charlotte
Raleigh · Wake County
Wake County: 567,070 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (80,699), professional services (78,467), retail (63,883). HR services in Raleigh
Greensboro · Guilford County
Guilford County: 258,333 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (39,116), manufacturing (31,506), retail (31,158). HR services in Greensboro
Durham · Durham County
Durham County: 211,897 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (40,170), professional services (34,040), education (23,053). HR services in Durham
Winston-Salem · Forsyth County
Forsyth County: 169,749 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (43,965), retail (21,210), restaurants and hotels (17,662). HR services in Winston-Salem
Fayetteville · Cumberland County
Cumberland County: 85,240 private-sector jobs. Top industries: retail (15,945), restaurants and hotels (14,499), healthcare (13,070). HR services in Fayetteville
Cary · Wake County
Wake County: 567,070 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (80,699), professional services (78,467), retail (63,883). HR services in Cary
Wilmington · New Hanover County
New Hanover County: 114,910 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (23,147), restaurants and hotels (16,959), retail (15,541). HR services in Wilmington
High Point · Guilford County
Guilford County: 258,333 private-sector jobs. Top industries: healthcare (39,116), manufacturing (31,506), retail (31,158). HR services in High Point
Concord · Cabarrus County
Cabarrus County: 72,995 private-sector jobs. Top industries: retail (13,012), restaurants and hotels (11,516), healthcare (6,666). HR services in Concord
Service area and contact
Catapult HR: serving all of North Carolina
Remote-first. No local office required.
Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm Eastern
Headquarters: 9140 Arrowpoint Blvd, Suite 140, Charlotte, NC 28273
All 771 North Carolina cities we serve
City locations and populations: U.S. Census Bureau. County jobs: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, private sector, first quarter 2025.
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HR services for North Carolina employers
Delivered remotely by certified advisors who know North Carolina law. Members get unlimited HR advice; other services are available on their own.
The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business
Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US, from small businesses to 500-person organizations. Real people who answer your questions.
Stephanie DillonStephanieLead Senior HR Advisor
Linda HunterLindaSenior HR Advisor
Karol DixonKarolSenior HR Advisor
Cindy SatterCindySenior HR Advisor, SHRM-SCP, PHR
Breni MalpassBreniSenior HR Advisor
Jill FeldmanJillVP of HR Solutions
Kendra StewartKendraDirector of HR Solutions
What employers say on Trustpilot
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HR support for every North Carolina industry
All 91 industries we serve, ordered by North Carolina jobs.
All 91 industries we serve, grouped and ordered by North Carolina private-sector jobs (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, first quarter 2025).
Healthcare592,782 North Carolina jobs · 11 industries
Healthcare Organizations & Medical Practices · Home Health & Hospice Organizations · Dental Practices · Mental Health & Behavioral Health Organizations · Urgent Care Centers · Medical Staffing Agencies · Veterinary Practices · HealthTech Companies · Life Sciences · Pharmaceutical Companies · Medical Device Companies
Restaurants, hotels and travel524,895 North Carolina jobs · 8 industries
Full-Service Restaurants · Quick Service Restaurants · Hotels & Lodging · Travel & Tourism Companies · Event Planning Companies · Sports & Recreation Companies · Gaming & Interactive Media Companies · Media & Entertainment Companies
Retail and consumer520,595 North Carolina jobs · 5 industries
Retail & E-Commerce Companies · Grocery & Specialty Food Retailers · Beauty & Personal Care Companies · Franchise Businesses · Fitness & Wellness Companies
Manufacturing and industrial463,006 North Carolina jobs · 10 industries
Manufacturing Companies · Chemical Manufacturers · Electronics Manufacturers · Industrial Equipment Manufacturers · Automotive Manufacturers & Dealerships · Aerospace & Defense Contractors · Defense Contractors · Printing & Packaging Manufacturers · Textile & Apparel Manufacturers · Food & Beverage Manufacturers
Transportation and logistics385,039 North Carolina jobs · 6 industries
Transportation & Logistics Companies · Trucking & Freight Companies · Warehousing & Distribution Companies · Transit & Public Transportation Agencies · Aviation Companies · Maritime & Port Companies
Professional services333,273 North Carolina jobs · 11 industries
Accounting Firms · Law Firms · Management Consulting Firms · IT Consulting Firms · Architecture & Design Firms · Civil Engineering Firms · Marketing & Advertising Agencies · PR & Communications Firms · Digital Marketing Technology Companies · Publishing Companies · Finance & Professional Services Firms
Staffing and facilities316,548 North Carolina jobs · 6 industries
Staffing Agencies · Security Services Companies · Facilities Management Companies · Environmental Services Companies · Waste Management Companies · Property Management Companies
Finance, insurance and real estate303,300 North Carolina jobs · 8 industries
Commercial Banks · Credit Unions · Insurance · Mortgage & Lending Companies · Wealth Management Firms · Private Equity Firms · FinTech Companies · Commercial Real Estate Firms
Government, nonprofit and energy147,080 North Carolina jobs · 9 industries
Government & Public Sector · Federal Government Contractors · Local & State Government · Nonprofits & Mission-Driven Organizations · Energy & Utility Companies · Public Utilities · Renewable Energy Companies · Oil & Gas Companies · Agriculture & Agribusiness Companies
Education105,883 North Carolina jobs · 7 industries
Education Institutions & Schools · Higher Education Institutions · K-12 Public Schools · Private Schools · Early Childhood Education Providers · Vocational & Trade Schools · Tutoring & Training Companies
Construction and trades5 industries
Construction Companies & General Contractors · General Contractors · Electrical Contractors · Plumbing & HVAC Contractors · Specialty Trade Contractors
Technology5 industries
Technology & Software Companies · Cloud Services Companies · Cybersecurity Companies · AI & Machine Learning Companies · EdTech Companies
All industries we serve · Small and midsize businesses · Startups · In-house HR teams
Upcoming webinars and training for North Carolina teams
Live online, open to employers in every state. Most courses carry HRCI and SHRM recertification credit.
HR training in North Carolina
Harassment prevention training
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Frequently Asked Questions By North Carolina Employers
Based on what North Carolina employers search for and ask our advisors. Answers reviewed by Karol Dixon and Cindy Satter, SHRM-SCP, PHR.
How much does outsourced HR cost for a North Carolina business?
It depends on your number of employees and the services you need. Catapult membership is an annual fee that includes unlimited HR advice and handbook support; projects such as investigations or recruiting are priced separately. Compare membership plans or ask for a quote.
Is it a good idea for a North Carolina business to outsource HR?
For many small and midsize employers, yes. You get certified HR advisors who track federal and North Carolina rule changes for less than the cost of a full-time HR hire, and you keep control of every decision. Talk to an advisor.
What does HR compliance cover for North Carolina employers?
Federal rules on wages and overtime, I-9 forms, anti-discrimination and leave, plus North Carolina rules. North Carolina adds few statewide rules on top of federal law in these areas. It also means keeping a current handbook, accurate records and trained managers. See our compliance audit.
What HR functions should not be outsourced?
Final decisions stay with you: who to hire, promote or let go, and your company culture. Catapult advises on those decisions and handles the compliance work around them, such as policies, documentation, investigations and training. See what we handle.
What are the key employment laws North Carolina employers must follow?
Federal law applies everywhere: minimum wage and overtime, anti-discrimination rules, I-9 forms and FMLA leave for employers with 50 or more employees. For North Carolina, here is where state law stands on the topics we are asked about most: paid sick leave: no statewide requirement; paid family and medical leave: no statewide requirement; pay transparency: no statewide requirement; harassment prevention training: no statewide requirement; criminal history in hiring: no statewide requirement. Check which rules apply to you.
How is Catapult different from a PEO?
A PEO becomes a co-employer of your workers. Catapult does not. You keep your own payroll, benefits plans and employer identity, and our advisors support your team with HR advice, compliance and training.
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