Labor Relations Consultant Jobs in North Carolina

Labor Relations Consultant jobs in North Carolina concentrate in manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and higher education, with demand at every level from entry-level HR generalist to senior consultant advising on collective bargaining and workforce policy. The busiest hiring metros are Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro, where employers like Duke Energy, Bank of America, and Cone Health maintain ongoing labor relations functions. The most in-demand specialties include contract negotiation, grievance arbitration, and labor compliance advisory. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles87
Top employerState Farm
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring28
Work type54% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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CVS Health
Network Relations, Senior Analyst
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Network Relations, Senior Analyst
CVS Health
North Carolina
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
IT Support
Project & Program Management
$47k - $92k/yr
Remote (US)
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Trane Technologies
Public Relations Manager
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Public Relations Manager
Trane Technologies
Davidson, North Carolina
Customer Success
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$80k.33 - $129k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Lowe's Home Improvement
Mgr - Merch Execution, Business Relations
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Mgr - Merch Execution, Business Relations
Lowe's Home Improvement
Mooresville, North Carolina
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering
1,001-5,000

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ADUSA Distribution and Transportation
Specialist Associate Relations & Policy Development
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Specialist Associate Relations & Policy Development
ADUSA Distribution and Transportation
Salisbury, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$75k - $105k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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CAPTRUST
Content Strategist and Public Relations Consultant
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Content Strategist and Public Relations Consultant
CAPTRUST
Raleigh, North Carolina
Business Development
Marketing
Sales
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in public relations
501-1,000

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Labor Relations Consultant Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Durham
9 jobs
Morrisville
3 jobs
Boone
2 jobs
Greensboro
2 jobs
Chapel Hill
2 jobs
North Wilkesboro
2 jobs
Apex
1 job

Labor Relations Consultant Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • State Farm
    State Farm13
  • Google
    Google4
  • PwC
    PwC3
  • Cognizant
    Cognizant3
  • North Carolina State University
    North Carolina State University3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Insurance
  • Technology & Software

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in labor relations consultant jobs across North Carolina.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, or a related field required
  • Demonstrated experience advising on collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations
  • Working knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act and North Carolina employment law
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or HRCI certification preferred by many North Carolina employers
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for drafting labor agreements and reports
  • Experience with grievance resolution, arbitration procedures, and workforce dispute mediation

Labor Relations Consultant Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a labor relations consultant in North Carolina?

Labor relations consulting in North Carolina does not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, industrial relations, or business. Earning a SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential through the Society for Human Resource Management strengthens your candidacy considerably. North Carolina employers in manufacturing and healthcare tend to prioritize candidates who combine formal HR education with direct experience in union environments or employment law compliance.

Which companies hire labor relations consultants in North Carolina?

North Carolina labor relations consultant roles are posted by State Farm, Google, and PwC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. North Carolina's large manufacturing base, major hospital networks, and Fortune 500 headquarters in Charlotte and the Research Triangle Park corridor generate steady demand for consultants with collective bargaining and compliance expertise.

Which North Carolina cities have the most labor relations consultant jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham have the most labor relations consultant openings in North Carolina right now. Charlotte leads because of its concentration of financial institutions, energy companies, and corporate headquarters that maintain in-house labor relations functions, while Raleigh and Greensboro draw demand from healthcare systems, universities, and manufacturing operations anchored across the Piedmont region.

Are there remote labor relations consultant jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical fields because much of the work involves on-site negotiations, grievance meetings, and direct employee interaction. About 46% of labor relations consultant openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting that some advisory, policy drafting, and compliance work can be done off-site. Contract and compliance review tasks are the most likely to be offered on a hybrid or fully remote basis.

How can I get hired as a labor relations consultant in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an HR generalist or HR coordinator role with a North Carolina employer that operates in a unionized or heavily regulated sector, such as manufacturing facilities in Greensboro or hospital systems like Atrium Health and UNC Health. From there, volunteering to support contract negotiations or grievance processes builds the core experience employers want. Earning a SHRM-CP credential early and taking coursework in labor law through North Carolina state universities gives candidates a measurable edge over others without direct labor relations exposure.

Where can I find and apply to labor relations consultant jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to labor relations consultant jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and areas of specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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