OXFORD United have announced three job role changes behind the scenes, while confirming the departure of the club’s head of medical, Amy Cranston.

U’s head of recruitment Ed Waldron will take up a new position as head of football operations, while Stevie Kinniburgh becomes head of football development.

Waldron will continue to lead on player recruitment, with Kinniburgh remaining at the head of the men’s academy, but will also manage and oversee the development of the boys, girls and women’s programme.

Club legend James Constable meanwhile has been appointed first team player liaison manager, which will see him oversee off-field areas such as accommodation, banking and schooling for players and their families, and new signings.

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In addition to the new roles for Constable, Kinniburgh and Waldron, a further change will see Cranston leave United after 12 years with the club.

She is set for a new job as head of women’s physiotherapy at Manchester United Women.

Cranston will continue with the U’s for the first month of the Sky Bet Championship season, with it understood that she had agreed to take the Red Devils position prior to United’s promotion in the League One play-off final.

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U’s chief executive Tim Williams told the club website: “There is a constant drive and demand within this football club to strive for better, and during our continuous reviews of our footballing structures, we are now delighted to make these changes.

“Ed, Stevie and James are all extremely important people within Oxford United, and these changes to their roles reflect the immense dedication and hard work they provide each day to make this club better.

“As we go into the Championship season, this is not a moment for us to stand still, and these changes signify our responsibility to ensure Oxford United has the best structures and practices in place to make this club stronger.

“I am absolutely delighted that we continue to invest in the right people and the correct processes, and it shows our commitment to developing people within our organisation.

“I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Amy for everything she has put into this football club over her 12 years of service.

“Amy is one of the hardest working people I have met in her industry, but more than that, she is also an extremely good person who will be missed by all those connected with the club.

“Amy leaves with our absolute blessing and we wish her nothing but success, as we continue to do everything we can to appoint the highest quality replacement.

“Overall, this is a very exciting time for the club on the pitch, and off it we are continuing to develop our structures and culture to bring more success in the years ahead.”