Fractional COO Packages
Flexible operations leadership packages designed for growing businesses. Choose the engagement level that matches your operational needs and budget.
Key Takeaways
- 1Fractional COOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
- 2UK day rates range from £800 to £1400, 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
What Are Fractional COO Packages?
Quick Definition
Fractional COO packages provide structured operations leadership engagements with clear deliverables and predictable costs. From process advisory to hands-on operational transformation, packages give you consistent access to senior ops expertise tailored to your growth stage.
Book a free consultation to discuss your operations challenges and find the right level of support.
Cost Comparison
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£172k+
Time Allocation
How fractional executives spend their time
UK Fractional Executive Day Rates
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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
Calculate Your Potential Income
Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. COO UK average day rate: £950.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Yes. Many clients scale up during transformations or integrations, then move to Advisory for ongoing oversight once operations are stabilised.
Industry Resources & Authority Links
Related Pages
The Fractional Executive Trend
Industry data on the rise of fractional leadership
of executives who moved to fractional work report higher job satisfaction
Source: Harvard Business Review ↗Platform Stats
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📊 COO Market Snapshot
💰 COO Day Rates
Based on 2026 market data for UK COO roles.
