Meet The Fractional HR Department
A people-first HR team for growing businesses
We believe small businesses deserve thoughtful HR that fits their people, their pace and the work they are here to do.
A note from Sarah
Built to make HR easier
After more than a decade in larger organisations, Sarah Ropek started The Fractional HR Department in 2015 to make experienced HR support more accessible to small businesses.
The work begins with what matters now. From urgent employee questions to people processes that will support the next stage, our team aims to make HR feel clear and workable—not overcomplicated.
A steady partner as you grow
2015Established
10+Years of HR leadership
190+Businesses supported
The people behind the support
Meet the wider team
A mix of people-partner, employee-relations, HR operations and coordination experience—ready to help where it is needed.
How we work
Practical, personal and built around you
Start with the real question
We learn about your business and what is happening before recommending a route forward.
Put good foundations in place
Useful processes and clear documents can help people decisions feel less improvised.
Keep it human
People challenges need care, context and clear communication—not a one-size-fits-all script.
People are the work
Could we be the right HR team for you?
Share a little about your business and we’ll talk through what support could look like.