Fractional CEO Jobs USA
Part-time and Interim CEO roles across the United States. Day rates $1,500-$2,500.
Key Takeaways
- 1Fractional CEOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
- 2UK day rates range from Β£1000 to Β£2000, depending on experience and sector
- 3Typical engagements save 50-70% compared to full-time executive hires
- 4Ideal for startups, scale-ups, and SMEs needing strategic leadership
- 5No employment overhead: no pension, NI, benefits, or notice periods
Cost Comparison
Fractional vs Full-Time Executive
Your Potential Savings
Β£230k+
Time Allocation
How fractional executives spend their time
UK Fractional Executive Day Rates
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Fractional vs Interim vs Full-Time
Choose the right engagement model
| Aspect | Fractional | Interim | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | 1-3 days/week | 4-5 days/week | 5 days/week |
| Duration | Ongoing/flexible | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Annual Cost | Β£50-150k | Β£150-300k | Β£200-400k+ |
| Best For | SMEs, startups, scale-ups | Crisis, transitions | Large enterprises |
| Flexibility | β β β High | β β β Medium | β ββ Low |
Costs are indicative UK market rates. Actual costs vary by role, experience, and sector.
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Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CEO UK average day rate: Β£1200.
BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
A fractional CEO is an experienced chief executive who works part-time or on an interim basis, providing executive leadership without full-time commitment. They typically serve companies in transition, turnaround situations, or PE portfolio companies needing experienced oversight.
Industry Resources & Authority Links
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The Fractional Executive Trend
Industry data on the rise of fractional leadership
of executives who moved to fractional work report higher job satisfaction
Source: Harvard Business Review βPlatform Stats
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π CEO Market Snapshot
π° CEO Day Rates
Based on 2026 market data for US CEO roles.