Part-time and fractional administrative leadership
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Quick Definition
Fractional CAOs provide administrative and operations leadership on a part-time basis. Typical engagements are 2-4 days per month with day rates from 800-1200 GBP.
UK fractional CAO demand comes from growing companies needing operational leadership. Scale-ups and PE-backed companies value fractional administrative expertise.
| Area | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience | 15+ years operations leadership |
| Track Record | Administrative and operational excellence |
| Skills | Process, facilities, team development |
| Availability | 2-4 days per month typical |
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
How fractional executives spend their time
The fractional CAO leads corporate administration, governance, and operational management on a part-time basis.
Corporate governance and board support
Administrative operations management
Policy development and implementation
Facilities and workplace strategy
Vendor and procurement management
Corporate insurance and risk administration
Regulatory filings and compliance administration
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Choose the right engagement model
| Aspect | Fractional | Interim | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | 1-3 days/week | 4-5 days/week | 5 days/week |
| Duration | Ongoing/flexible | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Annual Cost | £50-150k | £150-300k | £200-400k+ |
| Best For | SMEs, startups, scale-ups | Crisis, transitions | Large enterprises |
| Flexibility | ★★★ High | ★★☆ Medium | ★☆☆ Low |
Costs are indicative UK market rates. Actual costs vary by role, experience, and sector.
Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CFO UK average day rate: £1000.
BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions.
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Everything you need to know
A fractional CAO provides administrative leadership including operations, facilities, and process management.
Industry data on the rise of fractional leadership
of executives who moved to fractional work report higher job satisfaction
Source: Harvard Business Review ↗Founder's background
Based on 2026 market data for UK Exec roles.
