Part-time services leadership
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Quick Definition
Fractional CSOs provide professional services leadership on a part-time basis. Typical engagements are 2-4 days per month with day rates from 900-1300 GBP.
UK fractional services demand comes from technology and consulting companies. Organizations seek delivery excellence and team leadership.
| Area | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience | 15+ years services leadership |
| Track Record | Delivery, utilization, customer success |
| Skills | Services operations, team development |
| Sector | Technology or consulting background |
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
How fractional executives spend their time
The fractional CSO (Services) leads service delivery, professional services, and client operations on a part-time basis.
Service delivery strategy and operations
Client success and satisfaction management
Professional services team leadership
SLA management and service governance
Service portfolio and productisation
Resource planning and utilisation
Continuous service improvement
Compare day rates across C-suite roles
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.
Complementary leadership for your organisation
Everything you need to know
A fractional CSO provides services leadership including delivery, operations, and team 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.
