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Full-time temporary vs part-time ongoing: understand which executive model fits your business needs, budget, and timeline.
| Aspect | Interim Executive | Fractional Executive |
|---|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full-time (5 days/week) | Part-time (1-3 days/week) |
| Duration | Fixed term (3-12 months) | Ongoing (indefinite) |
| Day Rate (UK) | £1,200 - £2,500 | £600 - £1,600 |
| Annual Cost | £260,000 - £540,000 | £31,000 - £250,000 |
| Start Time | 48 hours - 2 weeks | 2 - 4 weeks |
| Primary Use | Crisis, gaps, transformation | Ongoing strategy, scaling |
| Exclusivity | Usually exclusive | Multiple clients |
Full-time temporary senior executives who step into leadership roles for defined periods. They take complete operational responsibility as acting CFO, CEO, CTO, or other C-suite positions.
Part-time senior executives who work 1-3 days per week on an ongoing basis. They provide strategic leadership and oversight while managing multiple client portfolios simultaneously.
Use this decision framework to determine whether you need an interim or fractional executive
Many businesses benefit from using both models at different times or for different roles:
Start with an interim executive for crisis management or transformation, then transition to a fractional executive for ongoing oversight.
Example: 6-month interim CFO for turnaround → 2-day/week fractional CFO for steady-state
Use interim for one role requiring intensive support while using fractional for another role needing strategic guidance.
Example: Interim COO for operations transformation + Fractional CMO for marketing strategy
Some executives offer both models and can flex between them based on business needs.
Example: Fractional CTO goes interim during product launch, then returns to fractional
Common questions about interim vs fractional executives
Whether you need full-time interim support or part-time fractional expertise, we can help you find the right executive for your situation.