Fractional CMO Opportunity

About This Part-Time CMO Opportunity in the UK

We are seeking an experienced Part-Time CMO (also known as a Flexible Marketing Director or Part-Time Chief Marketing Officer) to provide strategic marketing leadership on a fixed-days basis to organisations across the United Kingdom. This is a flexible role offering 1-3 days per week, with remote and hybrid working options available.

A Part-Time CMO brings the same calibre of strategic marketing leadership as a full-time Chief Marketing Officer. According to the CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing), flexible marketing leadership has become essential as businesses seek senior marketing expertise without full-time costs.

What Does a Part-Time CMO Do?

As a Part-Time Chief Marketing Officer, you will deliver board-level marketing strategy and brand leadership. The DMA (Data & Marketing Association) recognises the evolution of marketing leadership toward data-driven, flexible engagement models.

Key responsibilities include marketing strategy and brand positioning, demand generation and pipeline growth, marketing team leadership and development, marketing technology and automation, content strategy and thought leadership, and marketing analytics and ROI optimisation.

Part-Time CMO Day Rates in the UK

This role offers day rates of £850-£1,300 depending on complexity and experience level. According to Glassdoor UK, part-time marketing leaders working 2 days per week can expect annual earnings of £170,000-£260,000.

Marketing Week reports strong demand for strategic marketing professionals who can drive measurable growth.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years in marketing leadership with experience building and scaling marketing functions. You will have held a senior marketing role (CMO, Marketing Director, VP Marketing) with budget responsibility.

The IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) sets standards for marketing effectiveness that CMOs should understand.

Working Arrangements

Part-Time CMO roles offer flexibility, with most professionals working 1-3 fixed days per week. Around 70% of roles offer hybrid working, with 35% fully remote.

UK Sectors Seeking Part-Time CMOs

Demand spans multiple sectors:

• B2B Tech & SaaS — ABM, content marketing, demand gen (£900-£1,400/day)
• E-commerce & DTC — Performance marketing, CRO
• Professional Services — Thought leadership, client marketing
• HealthTech — Regulated marketing, HCP engagement
• Financial Services — FCA compliant marketing

How to Apply

Register your interest through Fractional Quest for Part-Time CMO opportunities across the UK.

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