Fractional Executive Opportunity

About This Fractional CPO Opportunity in London

We are seeking an experienced Fractional CPO (also known as a Part-Time Product Director) to provide strategic product leadership to high-growth companies across London. This is a portfolio role offering 1-3 days per week, with remote and hybrid working options available.

According to Product School, demand for senior product leadership has surged as companies recognise product as a key driver of growth. London's thriving tech ecosystem creates exceptional opportunities for experienced product executives.

What Does a Product Director Do in a Fractional Capacity?

As a Part-Time CPO, you will define product vision and strategy while building high-performing product teams. Mind the Product recognises that fractional product leadership enables scale-ups to access senior expertise during critical growth phases.

Key responsibilities include product strategy and vision setting, roadmap development and prioritization, product team leadership and mentoring, customer discovery and market analysis, product-led growth strategies, and cross-functional alignment with engineering and design.

Day Rates in London

This role offers day rates of £850-£1,400 depending on sector complexity and experience. According to Glassdoor UK, fractional CPOs working 2-3 days per week can achieve annual earnings of £170,000-£280,000.

SVPG (Silicon Valley Product Group) reports that great product leadership is the critical differentiator for successful tech companies.

Who Should Apply?

Ideal candidates will have 12+ years in product management with experience scaling products from 0-1 or 1-10. Experience as a Product Director, VP Product, or CPO in companies generating £5M-£100M+ revenue is valued.

Familiarity with ProductPlan or similar roadmapping tools and data-driven product methodologies is expected.

Working Arrangements

This role offers flexible working based in London. Around 75% of fractional product roles now offer remote or hybrid arrangements. Whether based in Shoreditch, the City, or elsewhere, this role can be structured to suit your preferences.

London Sectors Seeking Part-Time CPOs

• SaaS & Tech Scale-Ups — PLG strategies, product-market fit, Series A-C growth (£1,000-£1,400/day)
• FinTech — Regulated product development, API products, embedded finance
• E-commerce & Marketplace — Buyer/seller experience, conversion optimization
• HealthTech — Patient experience, clinical workflow, NHS integration
• EdTech — Learning experience design, engagement metrics, outcomes measurement

The UK Market for Product Leadership

London is Europe's largest tech hub, with thousands of scale-ups seeking experienced product leadership. Full-time CPO salaries range from £140,000-£220,000+.

The fractional model provides companies with experienced product leadership at 30-50% of full-time cost while enabling professionals to work with multiple innovative products.

How to Apply for Fractional CPO Roles

If you are an experienced product leader seeking Part-Time Product Director opportunities in London and the UK, register your interest through Fractional Quest.

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