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Full-time temporary product leadership for major launches, strategic pivots, and product transformations. Expert product executives available immediately.
An Interim CPO is a temporary Chief Product Officer who works full-time for a defined period—typically 3-12 months. Unlike fractional CPOs who work part-time, interim CPOs focus exclusively on one organisation during critical product periods.
Interim CPOs are typically hired to lead major product launches, manage strategic pivots, or transform product organisations during periods of intensive change.
Your CPO has left and you need immediate product leadership while recruiting.
Flagship product launch requiring dedicated full-time executive focus.
Significant business model or product strategy pivot needing intensive leadership.
Product underperforming and needs full-time attention to diagnose and fix.
Integrating product portfolios and teams post-acquisition.
Building product function from scratch with intensive hiring and process setup.
| Feature | Fractional CPO | Interim CPO | Full-Time CPO |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 product challenges and we'll help you find the right interim or fractional CPO.