Fractional CHRO, NicerGroup
FRACTIONAL CHRO JOB · PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SECTOR · LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM

NicerGroup is recruiting senior People/Transformation leaders to join their network as fractional Executive Partners, leveraging proprietary talent intelligence and methodology to advise on leadership, organisational design, culture and transformation. This is an explicit fractional/portfolio opportunity for independent operators (15–20+ years' experience, former C-suite or consulting partner level) to scale their own advisory business while accessing Nicer's technology, playbooks and deal flow.
Fractional CHRO — the balanced verdict
- Explicitly fractional and portfolio-friendly; positioned for independent operators building advisory practices
- Targets former C-suite, fractional CPO/CHRO and Big 4 consultants—ideal career stage for executives transitioning to flexible arrangements
- Strong credibility signal — proprietary technology, proven methodologies and established CEO/investor network de-risk early client wins
- Broad advisory remit (leadership, org design, transformation, M&A integration, culture) gives scope to leverage diverse expertise
- Revenue model unclear — no guidance on commission structure, base retainer, revenue split or how clients are sourced; income entirely dependent on your ability to win and deliver engagements
- Days per week unspecified; flexibility likely depends on your workload and Nicer's deal flow
- Vague on how Nicer provides 'commercial support'—unclear whether they actively help source clients or you rely on your own network
Fractional CHRO — the posting in full
Fractional People & Transformation Partner
Grow your own advisory practice with NicerGroup, helping organisations build high-performing leadership teams, accelerate transformation and unlock organisational performance through talent intelligence.
NicerGroup is expanding our network of senior People, Transformation and Organisational leaders who work with CEOs, executive teams and investors to solve some of the biggest challenges facing modern organisations.
We combine our proprietary Talent & Leadership Intelligence technology with a network of experienced independent operators to help organisations understand leadership capability, identify critical gaps, strengthen teams and improve business performance.
This is not a traditional salaried role.
It is designed for experienced executives, consultants and advisors who want to grow their own advisory practice, create additional revenue streams and leverage Nicer's technology, methodologies, commercial support and expert network to win and deliver larger, higher-value engagements.
The Opportunity
As a Nicer Executive Partner, you'll work with us to support organisations across areas including: ✓ Leadership strategy & executive development ✓ Organisation design & operating model transformation ✓ Workforce strategy & AI readiness ✓ Business transformation & change ✓ Culture & leadership effectiveness ✓ Talent strategy & succession planning ✓ Executive assessment & leadership capability ✓ M&A people integration & organisational readiness
You'll be able to leverage Nicer's proprietary Talent Intelligence technology, proven methodologies and wider executive network to offer clients a differentiated, data-driven approach that goes beyond traditional consulting.
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking experienced independent leaders who typically have: ✓ 15-20+ years' experience across Financial Services, FinTech, Technology, Consulting or held People or Transformation positions. ✓ Held senior leadership positions including Chief People Officer, CHRO, HR Director, Transformation Director, Organisation Design, Consulting Partner, Managing Director or equivalent ✓ Significant experience leading or advising on organisational transformation, people strategy, operating model design, culture, leadership or workforce change ✓ An established network of CEOs, founders, executive teams or investors ✓ The credibility to engage with Boards and senior leadership teams ✓ An entrepreneurial mindset and the ambition to continue growing their own advisory business
Previous experience operating as an independent consultant, fractional executive or advisor is advantageous but not essential.
This Opportunity Is Ideal For
- Independent consultants looking to scale their advisory business
- Former C-suite executives building a portfolio career
- Fractional Chief People Officers seeking a broader platform
- HR and Transformation leaders transitioning into consulting
- Big 4 or boutique consulting leaders looking for a differentiated proposition
- Experienced executives wanting to monetise their expertise and relationships
If you're looking to grow your advisory practice while combining your experience with market-leading talent intelligence, proven methodologies and a network of exceptional operators, we'd love to hear from you.
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