85+ fractional executive opportunities across London. £800-£1,500 daily rates. Work with startups and scale-ups in the City, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf and beyond.
From the City to Shoreditch - find fractional roles in London's top business districts
28 jobs
Financial services & fintech
£1,000-£1,500/day
24 jobs
Startups & scale-ups
£900-£1,400/day
18 jobs
Corporate & banking
£950-£1,300/day
15 jobs
Tech & creative
£850-£1,200/day
12 jobs
Government & policy
£900-£1,350/day
9 jobs
Creative & media
£800-£1,150/day
11 jobs
Tech & professional services
£850-£1,250/day
8 jobs
Corporate HQs
£800-£1,200/day
London has the UK's largest concentration of fractional opportunities - 60% of all UK fractional roles.
London fractional executives earn 15-25% more than national averages. Day rates range from £800-£1,500.
Work with Europe's leading startups and scale-ups in fintech, healthtech, SaaS and more.
Fractional opportunities across London's thriving sectors
Real insights into London's thriving fractional executive market
London dominates the UK fractional executive market, accounting for 60% of all fractional opportunities nationwide. The concentration of startups, scale-ups, and established companies seeking flexible leadership has created a thriving ecosystem for fractional professionals.
According to recent market research, around 5% of UK employees are in temporary or fractional positions, equating to approximately 1.5-1.6 million people. In London specifically, the fractional market has grown by 35% year-over-year, driven by companies seeking cost-effective access to senior expertise.
Companies report 40-60% cost reductions when hiring fractional executives compared to full-time equivalents, while professionals cite flexibility and higher total earnings as primary motivations for fractional work.
London fractional opportunities across company stages
High-growth sectors hiring fractional executives in London
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Real fractional professionals thriving in London
"Working with 3 fintech scale-ups in the City has been incredible. The diversity of challenges keeps me sharp, and the day rates in London are 25% higher than I earned as a full-time CFO."
Rachel Stevens
Fractional CFO
"Shoreditch has become the epicenter for fractional tech leadership. I work with startups that can't afford a £200k full-time CTO but desperately need strategic tech guidance."
Michael Chen
Fractional CTO
"The flexibility of fractional work combined with London's premium rates is unbeatable. I earn more working 3 days a week than I did in my previous full-time role."
Sophie Williams
Fractional CMO
Everything you need to know about fractional jobs in London
A fractional job in London is a part-time executive role where you work with a London-based company for 1-3 days per week, providing strategic leadership without a full-time commitment. London has the UK's largest fractional market with 60% of all fractional opportunities.
London fractional executives typically earn £800-£1,500 per day, which is 15-25% higher than national UK averages. Most professionals work with 2-4 clients simultaneously, earning £150,000-£300,000+ annually. City of London and Canary Wharf roles command the highest rates.
The City of London has the most opportunities (28+ roles) followed by Shoreditch/Tech City (24+ roles). Canary Wharf, Kings Cross, Westminster, and Southwark also have strong fractional markets. Shoreditch is particularly popular for tech and startup fractional roles.
Most London fractional roles are hybrid, requiring 1-2 days per week in the office. 65% of London fractional positions offer remote working for remaining days. Pure remote London fractional roles do exist but are less common than hybrid arrangements.
FinTech (28 roles), SaaS/Cloud (32 roles), and HealthTech (18 roles) lead fractional hiring in London. E-commerce, PropTech, and EdTech are also growing rapidly. The City and Canary Wharf focus on financial services, while Shoreditch dominates tech.
Most London fractional executives work with 2-4 clients simultaneously. Working with multiple clients provides income diversification and exposure to different industries. Start with 1-2 clients and scale to 3-4 as you build experience.
Fractional roles are ongoing part-time positions (1-3 days/week) with multiple clients. Interim roles are full-time temporary positions (covering maternity leave, gaps, projects). London has both markets, but fractional roles offer more flexibility and often higher total earnings.
Use specialist fractional job boards like Fractional Quest, work with London-based fractional recruitment agencies (Bain & Gray, Cast UK, Marks Sattin), and network in London tech/business communities. LinkedIn and personal networks are also crucial for London fractional roles.
Yes, but expect competition. London has the most fractional opportunities but also the most candidates. Start with 1-2 clients, build case studies, and leverage your existing network. Smaller companies in areas like Camden or Southwark may be more accessible than City firms.
Most London fractional executives operate through limited companies, paying corporation tax and dividend tax. IR35 can apply to fractional roles depending on working arrangements. Consult an accountant familiar with fractional/consulting arrangements in the UK.
London fractional engagements typically last 6-24 months with rolling monthly contracts. Some evolve into permanent part-time positions. The hybrid nature of London roles often leads to longer engagements than pure remote fractional work.
Most London fractional roles require 10-15 years of experience with at least 5 years at senior level (Director, VP, C-Suite). London companies pay premium rates but expect proven expertise. Scale-ups in Shoreditch may be more flexible than City firms.
London fractional work offers excellent work-life balance. Working 2-3 days per week per client (6-12 days/month total) provides significant personal time while maintaining high earnings. Most professionals cite flexibility as the top benefit.
Yes, many London fractional roles accept candidates from across the UK for hybrid arrangements. Expect to travel to London 1-2 days per week. Pure remote London fractional roles exist but are less common. Budget for travel costs and time.
London is competitive but has the most opportunities. 60% of UK fractional roles are in London. Competition is highest for City/Canary Wharf finance roles, moderate for Shoreditch tech roles. Having a strong network and proven results at scale is essential.
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