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Full-time temporary HR leadership for transformations, restructuring, and critical people challenges. Expert HR executives available immediately.
An Interim CHRO (or Interim HR Director) is a temporary Chief Human Resources Officer who works full-time for a defined period—typically 3-12 months. Unlike fractional CHROs who work part-time, interim CHROs focus exclusively on one organisation.
Interim CHROs are typically hired to lead HR transformations, manage restructuring with people implications, or fill leadership gaps during sensitive periods.
Your CHRO/HRD has left and you need immediate leadership while recruiting.
Major restructuring with significant people implications requiring expert handling.
Serious culture or engagement issues requiring intensive, dedicated focus.
Merging workforces and cultures post-acquisition.
Complete overhaul of HR function, systems, or operating model.
Scaling from 50 to 500+ employees and need full-time HR leadership.
| Feature | Fractional CHRO | Interim CHRO | Full-Time CHRO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commitment | 1-3 days/week | Full-time (temporary) | Full-time (permanent) |
| Duration | Ongoing (6+ months typical) | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Cost | £3,000-£6,000/week | £8,000-£12,000/week | £150,000-£250,000/year + benefits |
| Focus | Strategic + operational | Gap-fill or transformation | All responsibilities |
| Flexibility | Scale up/down as needed | Fixed term contract | Limited flexibility |
| Best For | Growing companies, specific expertise needs | Leadership gaps, major transitions | Large orgs with full-time need |
Tell us about your situation and we'll help you find the right interim or fractional CHRO.