Fractional CHRO Salary UK Overview
Fractional CHRO salary in the UK typically ranges from £600-£1,100 per day, with the average sitting around £850/day. This translates to annual earnings of £60,000-£130,000 depending on days worked per week and number of clients.
Fractional CHRO Day Rates by Experience
| Experience Level | Day Rate | Annual (2 days/week) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level Fractional | £500-£700 | £52,000-£73,000 |
| Mid-level Fractional | £700-£900 | £73,000-£94,000 |
| Senior Fractional | £900-£1,100 | £94,000-£114,000 |
| Specialist (M&A/TUPE) | £1,000-£1,300 | £104,000-£135,000 |
Fractional CHRO Salary by Location
| Location | Day Rate Range | Premium vs UK Avg |
|---|---|---|
| London | £800-£1,100 | +15-20% |
| Manchester | £600-£900 | Baseline |
| Birmingham | £600-£850 | Baseline |
| Remote UK | £550-£800 | -5-10% |
Factors Affecting Fractional CHRO Salary
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Industry Experience
Tech, FinTech, and regulated industries pay 10-15% premiums
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Scale Expertise
Experience scaling from 50 to 500+ employees commands higher rates
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M&A/TUPE Experience
Due diligence and integration expertise increases rates significantly
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Employment Law
Complex tribunal experience and UK employment law expertise valued
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Company Stage
Series B+ companies typically pay more than seed stage
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Culture Work
Proven culture transformation experience adds premium
Fractional CHRO vs Full-Time CHRO Salary
Total Cost Comparison
Full-time CHRO (salary only)£100,000-£180,000
+ Employer NI, pension, benefits+£18,000-£35,000
+ Equity (estimated value)+£20,000-£60,000
Full-time Total Cost£138,000-£275,000
Fractional CHRO (2 days/week)£60,000-£95,000
Fractional CHROs typically cost 45-65% less than full-time equivalents
