How is this different from a COO?

A CBO often combines COO and business development responsibilities with more external focus.

What size companies benefit most?

Growing companies scaling from startup to mid-market benefit most from fractional CBO services.

Can you help with fundraising?

Yes, our CBOs often support fundraising through business planning and investor relations.

Do you provide interim coverage?

Yes, we offer interim CBO coverage during transitions.

How is this different from a COO?

A CBO often combines COO and business development responsibilities with more external focus.

What size companies benefit most?

Growing companies scaling from startup to mid-market benefit most from fractional CBO services.

Can you help with fundraising?

Yes, our CBOs often support fundraising through business planning and investor relations.

Do you provide interim coverage?

Yes, we offer interim CBO coverage during transitions.

Services

Fractional CBO Business Services

Expert business leadership on a flexible basis

£800-2,000

Day Rate

2-6 weeks

Time to Hire

50-70%

Cost Savings

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Key Takeaways

1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, depending on experience and sector
3Typical engagements save 50-70% compared to full-time executive hires
4Ideal for startups, scale-ups, and SMEs needing strategic leadership
5No employment overhead: no pension, NI, benefits, or notice periods

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What We Deliver

Quick Definition

Fractional CBO business services provide strategic and operational leadership including business strategy, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment. Scale business leadership to your needs.

Core Services

Our fractional CBOs deliver business strategy development, operational improvement, cross-functional coordination, performance management, and executive team development.

Service Packages

Package	Scope	Investment
Business Assessment	Strategy and operations audit	1-2 days/month
Business Optimization	Improvement initiatives	2-4 days/month
Business Leadership	Full operational oversight	4-8 days/month

Our Approach

We assess business performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive execution. Our CBOs work as part of your leadership team to deliver sustainable results.

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Cost Comparison

Fractional vs Full-Time Executive

Full-Time Executive£286k/year

Salary + Benefits + Overhead

Fractional Executive£106k/year

1-2 days/week average

Your Potential Savings

£180k+

63%

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Time Allocation

How fractional executives spend their time

Strategy30%

Operations25%

Leadership20%

Governance15%

Technology10%

Fractional CBO (Chief Business Officer) Services

Fractional Chief Business Officer services provide senior cross-functional commercial and operational leadership, combining strategy, revenue, and operations expertise in a single executive engagement.

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Our CBO Services Include

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Commercial Strategy: Revenue growth planning and go-to-market optimisation

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Operational Excellence: Process improvement and efficiency programmes

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P&L Management: Full commercial accountability and budget oversight

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Cross-Functional Alignment: Bridge sales, marketing, product, and operations

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Investor Relations: Board reporting, fundraising support, and governance

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Team Leadership: Senior team development and organisational design

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How Fractional CBO Services Work

Phase	Focus	Timeline
Assessment	Business review and opportunity mapping	Weeks 1-4
Strategy	Commercial model and operational plan	Weeks 4-8
Execution	Growth delivery and team development	Ongoing

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UK Fractional Executive Day Rates

Compare day rates across C-suite roles

CFOThis Role£800 - £1500/day

£1100

CTO£900 - £1600/day

£1200

CMO£750 - £1400/day

£1000

COO£800 - £1400/day

£1050

CDO£900 - £1450/day

£1150

CISO£900 - £1550/day

£1200

Rate Range

Average

Source: UK Market Data 2025

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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time

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.

Calculate Your Day Rate

Fractional CFO Earnings

Calculate Your Potential Income

Your Day Rate

£1,000

£750Avg: £1000£1500

Days Per Client/Week

2.5 days

1 day5 days

Number of Clients

2 clients

Weekly

£5,000

Monthly

£21,650

Annual

£240,000

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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