Fractional Operations Director Opportunity

About This Interim COO Opportunity in the UK

We are seeking experienced Interim COO candidates for full-time temporary Chief Operating Officer positions across UK organisations. These roles offer £900-£1,400/day for operations leaders driving efficiency and scale.

What Does an Interim COO Do?

An Interim COO provides full-time operations leadership for a defined period, typically 6-12 months. Responsibilities include operational strategy, process optimisation, team building, and business transformation. IOD reports strong demand for interim operations leadership.

Interim COO Day Rates in the UK

Typical Interim COO day rates in the UK range from £900-£1,400:

• PE Portfolio: £1,100-£1,600/day
• Scale-ups: £900-£1,300/day
• Manufacturing: £800-£1,200/day
• Services: £800-£1,200/day

Who Should Apply for This Interim COO Role?

Ideal candidates for Interim COO positions have 15+ years operations experience with prior COO or Operations Director roles. Process improvement, scaling operations, and P&L management experience essential.

Interim COO Working Arrangements: Full-Time Temporary

Most Interim COO roles are full-time (5 days/week) for 6-12 months. Approximately 55% offer hybrid arrangements - operations roles often require more on-site presence.

UK Sectors Seeking Interim COOs

Key sectors hiring Interim COO talent include:

• Private Equity (operational improvement)
• Manufacturing (transformation)
• Logistics (scaling)
• Technology (hyper-growth)

The UK Interim COO Market

The Interim COO market is driven by PE portfolio optimisation and scale-up growth challenges.

How to Apply for Interim COO Roles

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