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Hire an Interim CPO for full-time temporary product leadership. Expert leadership for CPO vacancies, product transformation, digital pivot, and organisational restructuring.
An Interim CPO is an experienced Chief Product Officer who joins your company full-time for a fixed period—typically 3-12 months. They provide complete product leadership during critical transitions: CPO vacancy, product transformation, digital pivot, M&A integration, or crisis recovery.
Unlike consultants who advise or fractional executives who work part-time, an Interim CPO is your full-time product leader. They own the vision, lead the team, drive transformation, and deliver measurable outcomes—with complete accountability and a defined exit timeline.
"An Interim CPO steps in when you need complete product leadership immediately—no recruitment delay, no permanent commitment, just experienced leadership when it matters most."
Some situations demand full-time attention: your CPO just left and the team needs direction; you are pivoting the entire product strategy; you are restructuring the product organisation; or you are managing a crisis that requires immediate, sustained leadership.
An Interim CPO provides the same leadership intensity as a permanent CPO—but with the flexibility to step in fast, drive transformation, and hand over to permanent leadership when the time is right.
Full-time leadership across all product functions
Define or pivot product vision and strategy. Align product direction with business transformation objectives and market repositioning.
Step into CPO vacancy immediately. Provide stability, direction, and confidence to product teams during leadership transitions.
Assess and restructure product organisation. Make difficult decisions about roles, reporting lines, and team composition.
Drive product transformation initiatives. Deliver measurable change in product processes, strategy, or organisational structure.
Manage board, investors, CEO, and cross-functional leaders. Provide confident leadership during high-stakes situations.
Lead product function through crisis. Stabilise operations, restore confidence, and build sustainable path forward.
Integrate product teams and roadmaps post-acquisition. Harmonise processes, tools, and culture across merged organisations.
Lead shift from traditional to digital product delivery. Implement modern product practices, tools, and methodologies.
Conduct search for permanent CPO while maintaining leadership. Ensure smooth handover and knowledge transfer.
Start within days, not months. Interim CPOs are available immediately—no recruitment process, no notice period, no onboarding delay. Get experienced leadership when you need it most.
Fixed-term engagement with defined outcomes. No salary, benefits, equity, or notice period obligations. Pay only for the duration you need—typically 3-12 months.
Interim CPOs specialise in leading change. They have delivered product transformations, organisational restructures, and crisis recoveries multiple times across different companies.
Full-time ownership of product outcomes. An Interim CPO takes complete responsibility for product strategy, team performance, and delivery—with measurable results tied to their tenure.
Interim CPOs have led through difficult situations before. They bring calm, confident leadership during uncertainty—making tough decisions without emotional attachment.
Your CPO has left unexpectedly. The product team needs immediate leadership while you conduct a proper search for a permanent replacement.
Typical Duration: ImmediateMajor shift in product strategy, architecture, or delivery model. Need experienced leadership to drive transformation and embed new practices.
Typical Duration: 6-12 monthsTransitioning from traditional to digital products. Require expertise in modern product management, agile delivery, and digital customer experience.
Typical Duration: 6-9 monthsProduct organisation needs significant restructuring. Interim CPO assesses current state, makes difficult decisions, and implements new structure.
Typical Duration: 3-6 monthsPost-acquisition product integration. Harmonise teams, roadmaps, processes, and culture across merged product organisations.
Typical Duration: 4-8 monthsProduct function in crisis—failed launches, team dysfunction, lost confidence. Need experienced leader to stabilise and rebuild.
Typical Duration: 3-6 monthsTransparent day rates for full-time temporary leadership
| Factor | Interim CPO | Fractional CPO | Permanent CPO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full-time (5 days/week) | Part-time (1-3 days/week) | Full-time permanent |
| Duration | 3-12 months fixed-term | Ongoing monthly rolling | Permanent with notice period |
| Day Rate | £1,200-£2,000/day | £800-£1,400/day | N/A (salaried) |
| 6 Month Cost | £144k-£240k | £40k-£70k | £85k-£125k + benefits |
| Best For | Leadership gaps, transformation, crisis | Strategic support, advisory | Long-term product ownership |
| Start Time | 2-7 days | 1-2 weeks | 3-6 months (recruitment) |
| Exit Terms | Defined end date, extensions possible | 30 days notice either side | 3-6 months notice, severance risk |
Clarify the situation: CPO vacancy, transformation, crisis? What outcomes do you need in 3-12 months? This shapes the brief and candidate requirements.
We match you with experienced Interim CPOs who have delivered similar transformations. Review profiles, expertise, and previous engagement outcomes.
Meet candidates, assess fit, discuss approach. Interim CPOs present their assessment and delivery plan for your specific situation.
Define scope, duration, day rate, and success criteria. Create clear contract with defined outcomes and exit plan. Typical 3-12 month term.
Interim CPO starts full-time. First 30 days: assess situation, build stakeholder relationships, define priorities. Then drive delivery against agreed outcomes.
Tell us about your situation—CPO vacancy, transformation, or crisis—and we'll match you with experienced Interim CPOs who can start within days.