How does Fractional CIO pay compare to full-time?

Fractional CIOs often earn comparable or more than full-time CIOs when considering total compensation. While FTE CIOs earn £130,000-180,000, fractional CIOs working with multiple clients can earn £180,000-280,000+.

What affects Fractional CIO earnings?

Key factors include: enterprise vs SME experience, industry specialisation (financial services, healthcare), specific expertise (cloud, security, digital transformation), and client portfolio composition.

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Fractional CIO Salary

Discover what fractional Chief Information Officers earn in the UK market and factors affecting IT leadership compensation.

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Fractional CIOs in the UK earn between £120,000 and £280,000+ annually depending on their client portfolio, industry specialisation, and engagement structure. Day rates typically range from £1,000 to £1,600.

£1,300

Average Day Rate

£150-250k

Annual Potential

2-3

Typical Clients

£130-180k

FTE Equivalent

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Fractional CIO day rates in the UK range from £1,000 to £1,600, with an average around £1,300. Specialists in digital transformation or specific sectors can command premium rates.