Part-Time CTO Jobs UK
Part-Time Technology Leadership

Part-Time CTO Jobs UK

Find part-time CTO and fractional Technology Director roles across the UK. Portfolio technology leadership positions, 1-3 days per week, day rates from £900-£1,400.

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Part-Time CTO Roles
£1100
Avg Day Rate
1
Remote/Hybrid
Updated 12 January 2026
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Part-Time CTO Rates

Part-Time CTO Day Rate Calculator

Fractional CTO Earnings

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£1,100
£850Avg: £1100£1600
2.5 days
1 day5 days
2 clients
14
Weekly
£5,500
Monthly
£23,815
Annual
£264,000

Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CTO UK average day rate: £1100.

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

The UK Part-Time CTO Market

The part-time CTO model (also known as fractional CTO) has become increasingly popular as companies recognise they can access senior technology leadership without the full-time cost. This creates opportunities for experienced tech leaders to build portfolio careers.

Unlike interim CTO roles which are full-time for a fixed period, part-time CTO positions offer ongoing engagement typically 1-3 days per week. Many fractional CTOs work with multiple clients simultaneously.

Who Hires Part-Time CTOs?

  • Startups - Companies building their technical foundation
  • Scale-ups - Fast-growing companies scaling their engineering
  • SMEs - Companies needing strategic technology leadership
  • PE portfolio companies - Businesses needing tech transformation
  • Non-tech companies - Organisations digitising operations

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£1,100
4 days
48 weeks
Gross Annual: £211,200

Inside IR35

Umbrella company or deemed employment

Gross Revenue
£211,200
Employer's NI
-£13,910
Income Tax
-£64,663
Employee NI
-£5,721
Take-Home Pay
£125,705

Outside IR35

Limited company - salary + dividends

Company Revenue
£211,200
Corporation Tax
-£51,842
Dividend Tax
-£44,501
Take-Home Pay
£111,857
Being Outside IR35 Saves You
-£13,848
per year (-11.0% more)
BetaEstimates only. Consult a tax accountant. gov.uk/IR35
FAQ

Common Questions About Part-Time CTO Jobs UK

A part-time CTO (also called fractional CTO) is a Chief Technology Officer who works with companies 1-3 days per week on an ongoing basis. This model provides senior technology leadership without the full-time commitment or cost.
Part-time CTO day rates in the UK typically range from £900-£1,400 per day. For a 2-day per week engagement, annual costs are £90,000-£140,000 - significantly less than a full-time CTO package.
Most part-time CTO roles involve 1-3 days per week, with 2 days being most common. Many CTOs work with multiple clients to build a portfolio career.
The terms are often used interchangeably. 'Part-time CTO' emphasizes the reduced hours, while 'fractional CTO' emphasizes the shared/portfolio nature. Both refer to senior technology leaders working less than full-time.
Startups, scale-ups, SMEs, and PE portfolio companies commonly hire part-time CTOs. They get experienced technology leadership at a fraction of full-time cost - ideal for companies needing strategic technical guidance.
Meet the Expert

Written by a Practicing Fractional Executive

Dan Keegan - Fractional Executive Expert with 15+ years experience in GTM, strategy, and executive leadership

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

Prior executive experience includes

SONY
Sony
O
Orange
H3G
Hutchison

Current fractional client

1U
OneUp Productions
1U

OneUp Productions

Gaming & Esports Production

Fractional GTM Lead
3
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.

Our Approach

Engaged as Fractional GTM Lead to develop and execute market expansion strategy, working 2-3 days per week alongside the existing leadership team.

Cost Effective

Senior GTM expertise at a fraction of full-time hire cost

Immediate Impact

Hit the ground running with proven playbooks

Flexible Scale

Adjusted involvement as needs evolved

Fractional GTMMarket ExpansionGaming IndustryInternational Growth