Fractional Jobs in Tech
Find fractional executive roles in tech startups, SaaS, fintech, and technology companies. CTO, CPO, CISO, and CFO positions with day rates from £900-£1,500.
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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
Tech Sectors Hiring Fractional Leaders
- SaaS - Software-as-a-service companies (CTO, CPO, CMO)
- Fintech - Financial technology (CTO, CISO, CFO)
- Healthtech - Healthcare technology (CTO, CPO, CISO)
- E-commerce - Online retail and marketplaces (CTO, CMO, COO)
- AI/ML - Artificial intelligence startups (CTO, CPO, CEO)
- Cybersecurity - Security technology (CISO, CTO, CEO)
Fractional Executives in Tech
The technology industry has embraced fractional leadership more than any other sector. Tech startups and scale-ups need experienced C-suite guidance but often cannot afford or do not need full-time executives until Series B or beyond.
Why Tech Companies Hire Fractional
- Capital efficiency - Get C-suite expertise without full-time cost
- Fundraising support - CFOs for financial modelling and investor relations
- Technical scaling - CTOs for architecture decisions and team building
- Product-market fit - CPOs for product strategy and roadmap
- Security compliance - CISOs for SOC 2, ISO 27001, fintech regulations
Cost Comparison
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
£180k+
Time Allocation
How fractional executives spend their time
UK Fractional Executive Day Rates
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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time
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| 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.
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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
Tech companies commonly hire: Fractional CTO (technical strategy, architecture), Fractional CPO (product leadership), Fractional CISO (security and compliance), Fractional CFO (financial planning, fundraising), and Fractional CMO (growth marketing, demand gen).
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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Based on 2026 market data for UK Exec roles.
