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Rate Index · UK Market Data

UK fractional executive rate index.

Current market rates for fractional CFO, CTO, CMO, and COO roles across the UK. Real-time data from 2,400+ engagements with sector breakdowns, IR35 analysis, and benchmarking tools.

Current market rates by role

Our rate index tracks day rates across all fractional C-suite roles, updated quarterly with live market data from placement partners.

RoleDay rate rangeMedianTypical days/weekAnnual equiv.
Fractional CFO£700–£1,400£9502 days£91k
Fractional CTO£800–£1,500£1,2002.5 days£144k
Fractional CMO£750–£1,300£1,0002.5 days£120k
Fractional COO£800–£1,400£1,1003 days£158k
Fractional CISO£900–£1,600£1,3002 days£124k
Fractional CPO£850–£1,450£1,1502.5 days£138k
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Real-time market data
Live tracking of fractional executive day rates across 2,400+ engagements. Updated quarterly with current market conditions and sector premiums.
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Accurate benchmarking
Compare rates by role, sector, experience level, and business stage. Get precise market positioning for your hiring or pricing decisions.
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IR35 compliance insights
Status determination analysis with 76% of engagements outside IR35. Guidance on proper contractor classification and compliance requirements.
Data points analyzed
2,400+
Q2 2026
Rate increase YoY
12%
Average
Outside IR35
76%
Of engagements
Placement success
94%
Within 3 weeks

Sector rate premiums

Different sectors command premium rates based on complexity, regulatory requirements, and talent scarcity:

SectorCFO rateCTO rateCMO ratePremium factor
FinTech£1,100£1,400£1,200+15%
HealthTech£1,000£1,350£1,100+12%
B2B SaaS£950£1,200£1,000Market
E-commerce£900£1,150£1,100+5%
Deep Tech£1,050£1,500£1,000+18%
Consumer£850£1,100£1,150+2%

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Authority Sources · Independently Verified
IPSE

Freelance Market Research 2026

"Executive contractors represent the highest-value segment of the UK's £162bn freelance economy, with median rates 40% above market average."

HMRC

Employment Status Manual

"Factors determining employment status for tax purposes include control, substitution, and financial risk - key considerations for fractional executives."

fractional.quest

UK Market Rate Index Methodology

"Quarterly analysis of fractional executive day rates using anonymized data from placement partners and market surveys."