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HR Outsourcing, Fractional HR & Professional Development in Wilmington, NC

Complete HR support for Wilmington employers: HR outsourcing, fractional HR services, benefits administration, background checks, and SHRM-approved professional development programs.

65+
Years in HR
500+
Employers Served
24-Hr
Response Guarantee
All 50
States Covered

HR Challenges Facing Wilmington Businesses Right Now

North Carolina employers face evolving labor laws, rising compliance complexity, and a competitive hiring environment. Wilmington businesses in New Hanover County need a trusted HR partner to stay ahead of changes and protect their workforce.

65+
Years in HR

Catapult has served employers across North Carolina and all 50 states since 1958. Deep experience across every labor law cycle and compliance challenge.

500+
Employers Served

From small businesses to 500+ employee organizations, Catapult delivers the same expert HR support to Wilmington employers that large corporations get, without the overhead.

2025–26
Active Compliance Deadlines

North Carolina labor law updates are in effect. Catapult monitors state and federal changes and updates your policies proactively, before penalties arise.

Serving Wilmington (28403, 28409, 28412) and surrounding New Hanover County

HR Services Available to Wilmington, NC Employers

Services are provided remotely. No local office required. North Carolina-specific HR expertise, 24-hour response.

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HR Compliance

Real-time North Carolina employment law monitoring with proactive handbook and policy updates. Stay ahead of compliance changes before penalties arise.

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Employee Handbooks

Custom North Carolina-compliant employee handbooks drafted, reviewed, and updated as laws change, never a generic template.

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Benefits Administration

ACA compliance, carrier EDI, COBRA, and open enrollment built around Wilmington market rates and North Carolina mandates.

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HR Outsourcing

Fully managed HR operations, onboarding to offboarding, giving Wilmington employers a complete HR department without the overhead.

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Fractional HR

Dedicated fractional HR professionals providing strategic HR leadership, policy development, and workforce planning. On-demand expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

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Background Checks

FCRA-compliant screening: criminal, employment, education verification, and reference checks available in all 50 states.

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Virtual Training

HRCI and SHRM-approved online programs: harassment prevention, manager readiness, DEI, and compliance training.

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Corporate Onsite Training

Instructor-led training at your Wilmington location, customized to your industry, culture, and workforce needs.

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Deep Expertise in Wilmington’s Key Industries

Wilmington’s economy spans Agriculture & Agribusiness, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Military & Defense, sectors where Catapult’s advisors have direct workforce experience.

  • Agriculture & Agribusiness: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington agriculture & agribusiness employers.
  • Manufacturing: Compliance, handbooks and day-to-day HR for manufacturing employers in New Hanover County.
  • Healthcare: Workforce planning and employment-law support for Wilmington healthcare teams.
  • Military & Defense: Hiring, onboarding and compliance help for military & defense employers around Wilmington.
  • Construction: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington construction employers.
  • Zip codes served: 28403 • 28409 • 28412 • 28403 • 28403 and throughout New Hanover County.
Jill Feldman , Catapult HR

Your HR Leadership Team

Jill Feldman

VP of HR Solutions


“Wilmington employers face a unique mix of North Carolina regulatory complexity and local labor market conditions. Our team stays ahead of both so you can focus on growing your business.”

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Watch how we help Wilmington employers simplify HR, stay compliant, and grow with confidence.

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Catapult in the Wilmington Business Community

Catapult works alongside local business associations, chambers, and employer groups across New Hanover County to support the Wilmington employer community, not only as a service provider but as a partner in the region’s workforce.

  • SHRM-affiliated HR education, ongoing training for Wilmington HR professionals
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Serving Wilmington and New Hanover County employers since 1999.

Frequently Asked Questions About HR Outsourcing in Wilmington

What HR services does Catapult provide to Wilmington businesses?
Catapult provides full-service HR outsourcing including payroll administration, benefits management, compliance guidance, employee relations support, HR technology, and fractional HR consulting tailored to employers in Wilmington and New Hanover County.
How is Catapult different from a PEO or staffing agency near Wilmington?
Unlike a PEO, Catapult does not co-employ your workers. You retain full control of your employer relationship. Unlike a staffing agency, we don’t place workers; we manage the HR infrastructure for your existing team in Wilmington and beyond.
What size businesses does Catapult typically serve in New Hanover County?
Catapult primarily serves small to mid-sized employers with 10–500 employees, though our fractional HR and compliance services can be scoped for businesses of any size operating in Wilmington and the surrounding region.
Does Catapult handle state-specific employment law compliance for Wilmington employers?
Yes. Our HR specialists stay current on state and local employment regulations, wage and hour laws, leave policies, and compliance requirements that affect employers in Wilmington and New Hanover County.
How do I get started with HR outsourcing for my Wilmington business?
Schedule a free HR consultation with a Catapult advisor. We’ll assess your current HR setup, identify compliance gaps, and recommend the right service level for your team in New Hanover County.

HR Support for Wilmington’s Key Industries

Sector-specific HR outsourcing and compliance for the industries that employ most of the Wilmington area.

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Agriculture & Agribusiness

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington agriculture & agribusiness employers.

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Manufacturing

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington manufacturing employers.

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Healthcare

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington healthcare employers.

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Military & Defense

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for Wilmington military & defense employers.

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HR Training for Wilmington Teams

Live online courses open to Wilmington professionals, with in-person sessions in Charlotte and Raleigh.

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HR Training in Greensboro

Upcoming course dates and registration for North Carolina employers.

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HR Training in Raleigh

Upcoming course dates and registration for North Carolina employers.

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Training across North Carolina

State requirements, delivery options and upcoming live sessions.

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Course Catalog

Instructor-led courses with live dates and HRCI and SHRM recertification credit.

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Talent and Recruiting

Recruiting, contract staffing and talent strategy support for Wilmington employers.

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Membership and Pricing

Ongoing HR advice, training access and compliance support through Catapult membership.

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The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business

Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US, from small businesses to 500-person organizations.

Stephanie Dillon

Stephanie

Lead HR Advisor

Linda Hunter

Linda

Senior HR Advisor

Karol Dixon

Karol

HR Advisor

Cindy Satter

Cindy

HR Advisor

Breni Malpass

Breni

HR Advisor

Jill Feldman

Jill

VP of HR Solutions

Kendra Stewart

Kendra

Director of HR Solutions

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“Catapult took our entire benefits and compliance operation off our hands. We stopped worrying about missed deadlines and started focusing on growing the business. Worth every dollar.”

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FAQ: HR Services in Wilmington, NC

Common questions from Wilmington and New Hanover County business owners.

What HR services does Catapult provide in Wilmington, NC?

Catapult provides HR outsourcing, employee handbooks, benefits administration, compliance monitoring, background checks, and professional development training to Wilmington employers. We serve businesses of all sizes throughout New Hanover County and the surrounding area (28403, 28409, 28412).

How does Catapult handle North Carolina employment law compliance?

Our compliance team monitors North Carolina labor law changes in real time. We proactively update your handbook, policies, and HR procedures before deadlines hit, protecting Wilmington employers around the clock.

Does Catapult have a local office in Wilmington?

Catapult is a remote-first HR partner. We serve Wilmington businesses via phone, video, and secure online platforms. No local office required. We guarantee a 24-hour response to every Wilmington client inquiry.

How quickly can Catapult onboard a Wilmington business?

Most Wilmington clients are fully onboarded within 2–4 weeks. Our implementation team handles system integrations, policy setup, and employee communications so you experience zero disruption.

What industries does Catapult specialize in for Wilmington?

We have direct experience serving Agriculture & Agribusiness, Manufacturing, Healthcare employers, core industries in New Hanover County’s economy. Our HR strategies are built around the real workforce challenges these sectors face in North Carolina.

Serving Wilmington & New Hanover County

Catapult provides remote-first HR services to businesses across Wilmington and the greater New Hanover County area in North Carolina.

Service Area & Contact

Catapult HR: Wilmington, NC

📍 Remote-first. No local office required

📞 (866) 440-0302

info@letscatapult.org

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm EST

Zip codes: 28403 • 28409 • 28412 • 28403 • 28403

24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every Wilmington inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.

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