Fractional Executive Salary UK: 2025 Rate Guide

Fractional Executive Compensation Overview

Fractional executives in the UK typically charge day rates rather than annual salaries. This guide covers current market rates for all major fractional roles in 2025.

Fractional Executive Day Rates by Role

Fractional CFO Rates

• Junior (5-10 years): 500-700 per day
• Mid-level (10-15 years): 700-1,000 per day
• Senior (15+ years): 1,000-1,500 per day
• PE/VC specialist: 1,200-2,000 per day

Fractional CMO Rates

• Junior: 400-600 per day
• Mid-level: 600-900 per day
• Senior: 900-1,200 per day

Fractional CTO Rates

• Junior: 600-800 per day
• Mid-level: 800-1,100 per day
• Senior: 1,100-1,500 per day

Fractional COO Rates

• Junior: 500-700 per day
• Mid-level: 700-950 per day
• Senior: 950-1,200 per day

Fractional HR Director Rates

• Junior: 350-500 per day
• Mid-level: 500-700 per day
• Senior: 700-900 per day

Annual Earnings Potential

Working with 2-4 clients at 1-2 days each per week:

• Fractional CFO: 100,000-250,000 per year
• Fractional CMO: 80,000-200,000 per year
• Fractional CTO: 100,000-250,000 per year
• Fractional COO: 90,000-200,000 per year
• Fractional HR: 60,000-150,000 per year

Factors Affecting Rates

• Location: London rates 20-30% higher
• Industry: Fintech and PE pay premiums
• Company stage: Later-stage companies pay more
• Specialist skills: Fundraising expertise commands premiums
• Demand: Market conditions affect pricing

Retainer vs Day Rate

Many fractional executives offer retainer packages:

• 4 days/month: 10-15% discount on day rate
• 8 days/month: 15-20% discount on day rate
• Provides predictable income and client commitment

Explore Role-Specific Rates

• Fractional CFO Jobs
• Fractional CMO Jobs
• Fractional CTO Jobs
• Fractional COO Jobs
• Fractional HR Jobs
• London Rates