Interim Marketing Leadership

Interim CMO Jobs UK

Find interim CMO and interim Marketing Director roles across the UK. Premium interim marketing leadership positions with day rates from £850-£1,300.

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£1000

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Interim CMO Rates

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Your Day Rate

£950

£700Avg: £950£1400

Days Per Client/Week

2.5 days

1 day5 days

Number of Clients

2 clients

Weekly

£4,750

Monthly

£20,568

Annual

£228,000

Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CMO UK average day rate: £950.

BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions.

The UK Interim CMO Market

The interim CMO market in the UK has grown as companies recognize the need for experienced marketing leadership during critical phases - rebrands, product launches, or digital transformation initiatives.

Unlike fractional CMO roles, interim positions are typically full-time assignments lasting 6-12 months, ideal for intensive marketing transformations.

When Companies Need Interim CMOs

Brand transformations - Rebrands, repositioning, brand architecture
Product launches - Go-to-market strategy and execution
Digital transformation - Marketing technology implementation
Leadership gaps - Covering departures during recruitment
Growth initiatives - Scaling marketing teams and capabilities

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Day Rate

£1,000

Days Per Week

4 days

Weeks Per Year

48 weeks

Gross Annual: £192,000

Inside IR35

Umbrella company or deemed employment

Gross Revenue: £192,000
Employer's NI: -£11,261
Income Tax: -£57,648
Employee NI: -£5,409

Take-Home Pay

£116,482

Outside IR35

Limited company - salary + dividends

Company Revenue: £192,000
Corporation Tax: -£46,754
Dividend Tax: -£38,948

Take-Home Pay

£103,298

Being Outside IR35 Saves You

-£13,184

per year (-11.3% more)

BetaEstimates only. Consult a tax accountant. gov.uk/IR35

FAQ

Common Questions About Interim CMO Jobs UK

An interim CMO is a temporary Chief Marketing Officer who provides senior marketing leadership during transitions, rebrand, or gaps in permanent leadership. Unlike fractional CMOs who work part-time ongoing, interim CMOs typically work full-time for a defined period (3-12 months).

Interim CMO day rates in the UK typically range from £850-£1,300 per day, depending on experience, sector, and scope. Brand transformation and digital marketing expertise command premium rates.

Most interim CMO assignments last 6-12 months, covering rebrands, product launches, or leadership transitions. Some extend longer for major marketing transformations.

Interim CMOs typically work full-time for a fixed period, while fractional CMOs work part-time (1-3 days/week) on an ongoing basis. Interim roles suit major campaigns or transitions.

Most interim CMOs have 15+ years of marketing experience including prior CMO/Marketing Director roles. Digital marketing expertise, brand strategy experience, and demonstrable ROI track records are highly valued.

Meet the Expert

Written by a Practicing Fractional Executive

Dan Keegan

Founder & Fractional GTM Expert

With over 15 years of experience in executive leadership, go-to-market strategy, and business development, Dan brings real-world fractional expertise to help professionals navigate the executive job market.

Dan founded Fractional Quest after working as a fractional executive himself, understanding firsthand the challenges of finding quality opportunities and the value fractional leaders bring to growing businesses.

15+ Years Executive ExperienceFractional GTMStrategy & Growth

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Prior executive experience includes

SONY

Sony

Orange

H3G

Hutchison

Current fractional client

OneUp Productions

Gaming & Esports Production

Fractional GTM Lead

New Markets Entered

GTM

Strategy Delivered

2-3

Days Per Week

The Challenge

OneUp Productions needed to expand into new international markets but lacked the in-house expertise for go-to-market strategy. They needed senior GTM leadership without the commitment of a full-time hire.