Part-time solutions leadership
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Quick Definition
Fractional CSOs provide solutions and presales leadership on a part-time basis. Typical engagements are 2-4 days per month with day rates from 900-1400 GBP.
UK fractional solutions demand comes from enterprise technology companies. Organizations seek presales and solutions architecture expertise.
| Area | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience | 15+ years solutions leadership |
| Track Record | Enterprise deals, solution design |
| Skills | Architecture, presales, productization |
| Sector | Enterprise technology background |
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
How fractional executives spend their time
The fractional CSO (Solutions) leads solution design, technical pre-sales, and technology partnerships on a part-time basis.
Solution architecture and systems design
Pre-sales engineering and technical sales
Technology partner ecosystem management
Solution portfolio strategy
Technical proposal and RFP leadership
Integration architecture and APIs
Proof of concept delivery
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 solutions leadership including presales, architecture, and deal support.
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.
