Fractional Director Roles
Fractional directors provide senior leadership at the director level—below C-suite but with significant functional responsibility. They're ideal for companies that need experienced leaders but don't require (or can't afford) full-time directors.
Marketing Director
Marketing strategy, team leadership, campaigns
Finance Director
Financial management, reporting, controls
Sales Director
Sales team, pipeline, revenue delivery
Product Director
Product strategy, roadmap, PM team
HR Director
People ops, talent, culture
IT Director
IT infrastructure, security, systems
Operations Director
Process, efficiency, scaling
Digital Director
Digital transformation, channels
Director vs C-Suite
| Aspect | Fractional Director | Fractional C-Suite |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Functional execution | Company strategy |
| Reports To | CEO or C-suite | CEO or Board |
| Board Involvement | Occasional | Regular |
| Day Rate | £600-£1,200 | £800-£1,500 |
| Best For | Execution-focused needs | Strategic leadership |
When to Hire a Fractional Director
Team Needs Leadership
You have a functional team (marketing, sales, etc.) that needs senior leadership but not a C-suite executive.
Execution Focus
Strategy exists but needs experienced hands to execute effectively.
Budget Constraints
Can't afford full-time director salary but need the expertise level.
Specific Capability Gap
Need specialized expertise that doesn't exist in current team.
Fractional Director Costs
Summary: Fractional directors provide senior functional leadership at £600-£1,200/day. They're more execution-focused than C-suite, ideal for teams needing experienced leadership without strategic oversight.