Fractional Executives for Healthtech
Leaders who understand NHS, MHRA, and the unique challenges of healthcare innovation
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
The Unique Challenge of Healthtech Leadership
Healthtech combines technology innovation with healthcare's complex regulatory environment and risk-averse buyers. Success requires leaders who understand both worlds: the pace of tech startups and the rigour of clinical evidence, NHS procurement, and medical device regulation.
Fractional Roles for Healthtech
Fractional CTO (Healthtech)
HIPAA-compliant systems, interoperability, clinical integration
Fractional CCO (Healthcare)
MHRA, CQC, clinical governance, quality systems
Fractional CFO (Healthtech)
NHS contracts, grant funding, investor relations
Fractional CMO (Healthcare)
NHS engagement, clinical marketing, evidence building
Fractional COO (Healthtech)
Clinical operations, scale, quality management
Connect with fractional leaders who've navigated NHS procurement, MHRA approval, and healthtech scaling.
Cost Comparison
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
Time Allocation
How fractional executives spend their time
UK Fractional Executive Day Rates
Compare day rates across C-suite roles
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. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Yes—our healthtech network includes executives who've sold to NHS trusts, navigated procurement frameworks, and built partnerships with NHS Digital. Many have NHS backgrounds themselves or have held commercial roles in companies selling into healthcare.
Industry Resources & Authority Links
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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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📊 Exec Market Snapshot
💰 Exec Day Rates
Based on 2026 market data for UK Exec roles.
