How long are engagements

Ongoing advisory or 12+ months.

What to expect in 90 days

Portfolio review IPS draft and allocation recommendations.

How long are engagements

Ongoing advisory or 12+ months.

What to expect in 90 days

Portfolio review IPS draft and allocation recommendations.

Hiring

Hire a Fractional CIO

Complete guide to hiring fractional investment leadership

£800-2,000

Day Rate

2-6 weeks

Time to Hire

50-70%

Cost Savings

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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

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When to Hire

Quick Definition

Hire a fractional CIO when needing investment leadership without full-time overhead. Ideal for family offices smaller funds and companies with pension funds needing portfolio guidance.

What to Look For

Look for candidates with investment management experience. Key qualities include portfolio management track record asset allocation expertise risk management skills and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Evaluation Criteria

Criteria	Assess	Red Flags
Performance	Risk-adjusted returns	No track record
Allocation	Strategic asset mix	Single asset class
Risk	Managed drawdowns	No risk framework
Compliance	Regulatory experience	No fiduciary awareness

Interview Questions

Key questions: What investment returns have you delivered? How do you approach asset allocation? How do you manage investment risk? What is your experience with regulatory compliance?

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Cost Comparison

Fractional vs Full-Time Executive

Full-Time Executive£286k/year

Salary + Benefits + Overhead

Fractional Executive£106k/year

1-2 days/week average

Your Potential Savings

£180k+

63%

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Time Allocation

How fractional executives spend their time

Strategy30%

Operations25%

Leadership20%

Governance15%

Technology10%

Hire a Fractional CIO (Chief Investment Officer)

A fractional Chief Investment Officer provides expert portfolio management, investment strategy, and asset allocation leadership for family offices, asset managers, and corporates without the £300k+ cost of a permanent CIO.

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Why Hire a Fractional CIO?

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Expert oversight: Access experienced investment professionals with proven track records

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Portfolio governance: Professional investment committee leadership and reporting

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Cost efficiency: Institutional-quality investment management at fractional cost

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Objectivity: Independent investment oversight free from product bias

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What a Fractional CIO Delivers

Deliverable	Timeline
Investment policy & asset allocation review	Weeks 1-4
Manager selection & due diligence	Weeks 4-8
Portfolio construction & implementation	Weeks 8-12
Ongoing monitoring & rebalancing	Quarterly

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Typical Engagement Models

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Strategic: 1-2 days/week for investment governance and oversight

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Implementation: 3-4 days/week for portfolio restructuring

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Advisory: Half day/week for investment committee support

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UK Fractional Executive Day Rates

Compare day rates across C-suite roles

CFOThis Role£800 - £1500/day

£1100

CTO£900 - £1600/day

£1200

CMO£750 - £1400/day

£1000

COO£800 - £1400/day

£1050

CDO£900 - £1450/day

£1150

CISO£900 - £1550/day

£1200

Rate Range

Average

Source: UK Market Data 2025

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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time

Choose the right engagement model

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.

Calculate Your Day Rate

Fractional CFO Earnings

Calculate Your Potential Income

Your Day Rate

£1,000

£750Avg: £1000£1500

Days Per Client/Week

2.5 days

1 day5 days

Number of Clients

2 clients

Weekly

£5,000

Monthly

£21,650

Annual

£240,000

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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