Can you help with TCFD reporting?

Yes, TCFD, GRI, and CDP reporting are core capabilities.

Do you handle carbon accounting?

Yes, scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions measurement and reduction are key services.

What about supply chain sustainability?

Yes, we help assess and improve supply chain ESG performance.

How do you work with investors?

We prepare for ESG investor inquiries and ratings.

Can you help with TCFD reporting?

Yes, TCFD, GRI, and CDP reporting are core capabilities.

Do you handle carbon accounting?

Yes, scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions measurement and reduction are key services.

What about supply chain sustainability?

Yes, we help assess and improve supply chain ESG performance.

How do you work with investors?

We prepare for ESG investor inquiries and ratings.

Services

Fractional CSO Sustainability Services

Expert sustainability leadership on a flexible basis

£800-2,000

Day Rate

2-6 weeks

Time to Hire

50-70%

Cost Savings

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Key Takeaways

1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, 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

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What We Deliver

Quick Definition

Fractional CSO sustainability services provide ESG leadership including sustainability strategy, carbon reduction, ESG reporting, and stakeholder engagement. Scale sustainability expertise to your needs.

Core Services

Our fractional CSOs deliver ESG strategy, carbon footprint assessment, sustainability reporting, supply chain sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability governance.

Service Packages

Package	Scope	Investment
ESG Assessment	Baseline and roadmap	1-2 days/month
ESG Programs	Implementation oversight	2-4 days/month
Sustainability Leadership	Full function leadership	4-8 days/month

Our Approach

We assess ESG performance, develop reduction strategies, and prepare for disclosure requirements. Our CSOs bring corporate sustainability leadership.

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Cost Comparison

Fractional vs Full-Time Executive

Full-Time Executive£286k/year

Salary + Benefits + Overhead

Fractional Executive£106k/year

1-2 days/week average

Your Potential Savings

£180k+

63%

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Time Allocation

How fractional executives spend their time

Strategy30%

Operations25%

Leadership20%

Governance15%

Technology10%

Fractional CSO (Chief Sustainability Officer) Services

Fractional Chief Sustainability Officer services provide expert ESG and sustainability leadership to develop climate strategies, meet reporting requirements, and embed sustainability into business operations.

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Our CSO Services Include

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ESG Strategy: Materiality assessment and sustainability programme design

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Net Zero Planning: Science-based targets and carbon reduction roadmaps

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Reporting: CSRD, TCFD, ISSB, and GRI reporting framework implementation

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Supply Chain: Scope 3 emissions measurement and sustainable sourcing

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Stakeholder Engagement: Investor, customer, and employee sustainability comms

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Certification: B Corp, carbon neutral, and sustainability certifications

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How Fractional CSO Services Work

Phase	Focus	Timeline
Assessment	ESG materiality and baseline measurement	Weeks 1-4
Strategy	Sustainability targets and roadmap	Weeks 4-8
Implementation	Reporting, reduction, and governance	Ongoing

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UK Fractional Executive Day Rates

Compare day rates across C-suite roles

CFOThis Role£800 - £1500/day

£1100

CTO£900 - £1600/day

£1200

CMO£750 - £1400/day

£1000

COO£800 - £1400/day

£1050

CDO£900 - £1450/day

£1150

CISO£900 - £1550/day

£1200

Rate Range

Average

Source: UK Market Data 2025

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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

Fractional CFO Earnings

Calculate Your Potential Income

Your Day Rate

£1,000

£750Avg: £1000£1500

Days Per Client/Week

2.5 days

1 day5 days

Number of Clients

2 clients

Weekly

£5,000

Monthly

£21,650

Annual

£240,000

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.

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