Fractional Marketing Director
Part-time senior marketing leadership for UK scale-ups and SMEs
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Key Takeaways
- 1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
- 2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, 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
What is a Fractional Marketing Director?
A fractional marketing director provides senior marketing leadership on a part-time basis. They bring strategic vision and team leadership experience to businesses that need marketing expertise without a full-time executive.
Fractional Marketing Director vs CMO
Marketing directors often focus on execution and team management, while CMOs set broader strategy and sit on the executive team. For many businesses, a fractional marketing director provides the hands-on leadership they need.
Typical Engagement
Fractional marketing directors typically work 1-3 days per week, leading your marketing team, managing agencies, and ensuring marketing activities align with business objectives.
Who Needs a Fractional Marketing Director?
Companies with marketing teams that need leadership, businesses scaling beyond founder-led marketing, and organizations wanting to upgrade their marketing sophistication.
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