Putting people first, always
HR
The club’s HR function oversees every stage of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to offboarding. Our team is here to support you at every stage of your career with the club. We also play a key role in shaping the club’s strategic people objectives, ensuring our values are embedded in the day-to-day culture of the organisation.
From the moment you engage with the club, our team is here to support you. Whether it’s during your recruitment and onboarding journey, as you settle into your role, or later in your career, we are here to help you achieve both your professional and personal aspirations. This may include support with further qualifications, career development, or important life moments such as family planning.
Our team is committed to providing accurate, confidential, and non-judgemental advice, helping to create an environment where you feel comfortable being yourself. As an inclusive employer, the HR team is dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and included.
Meet the HR Team
The people putting our staff and culture first
Ellie O'Connor
Head of People & EDI Lead
Sarah Collins
Head of Safeguarding
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Working in HR & Safeguarding at Stockport County means supporting the people who make the Club what it is, while ensuring everyone operates in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
A typical day might include:
- Supporting staff recruitment, onboarding, and development
- Handling HR queries and providing guidance across departments
- Managing wellbeing and employee relations cases
- Overseeing safeguarding processes and compliance
- Delivering training and awareness across the Club
- Working closely with managers to support a positive culture
It’s a people-first role where trust, care, and attention to detail are essential. You’re helping create an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and able to thrive.
Purpose-led, responsive, and highly responsible—you’re at the heart of looking after the people behind the Club.
Roles in people, culture, and safeguarding
Creating a safe, supportive, and positive environment where everyone across the Club can thrive.
HR Advisor
Provides HR support across employee relations and policy.
- Advises managers and staff
- Supports HR casework
Recruitment Coordinator
Manages recruitment and onboarding processes.
- Coordinates hiring activity
- Supports onboarding of new staff
Safeguarding Officer
Oversees safeguarding compliance and procedures.
- Manages safeguarding concerns
- Ensures policy adherence
People & Culture Assistant
Supports engagement, wellbeing, and HR operations.
- Assists with HR administration
- Supports wellbeing initiatives
"Working at Stockport County is a real privilege; we set ourselves to be different from other football clubs and you can feel that everyday. My role is to ensure that the HR department’s day to day operations, whether that’s administration, payroll or recruitment runs smoothly and efficiently."
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