Fractional C-Suite Recruitment

Agile Executive Leadership for Evolving Organizations

Modern businesses require flexibility, speed, and seasoned judgment to navigate uncertainty and scale confidently. At NedCapital, we specialize in recruiting fractional C-Suite leaders—high-impact executives who provide strategic leadership on a part-time, interim, or project basis. Whether you’re bridging a leadership gap, scaling a start-up, or preparing for an exit, our fractional executives bring proven C-level experience without the cost and commitment of a permanent hire.

We match organizations with Fractional CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CMOs, CTOs, and CHROs, delivering results that rival full-time appointments—with the flexibility your business demands.

Adrian Lawrence FCA has built one of the UK’s deepest networks of fractional senior executives through his work at FD Capital and NED Capital. Fractional C-suite appointments — whether a part-time CFO, an interim CEO or a fractional CMO — require a recruiter who understands both the commercial rationale for the model and the specific profile of executive who thrives in portfolio or project-based leadership roles. Not every senior executive makes an effective fractional; it requires structured self-management, clarity of mandate and the ability to build credibility quickly without the full-time presence that normally accompanies it. NED Capital’s assessment approach is specifically calibrated for fractional roles.

A fractional C-Suite executive is a highly experienced leader who steps into a senior role—such as CEO, CFO, COO, CMO, CTO, or CHRO—on a non-permanent basis. Unlike consultants, fractional executives take full responsibility for leadership, strategy, and delivery.

They may work:

• 1–3 days per week, embedded within the business

• On fixed-term mandates (e.g. 3–12 months)

• For specific projects (e.g. funding, turnaround, launch)

• As mentors or coaches to developing internal talent

We work across sectors and growth stages. Typical clients include:

High-Growth Start-ups and Scale-ups

• Need leadership maturity before or after funding

• Require strategic input without diluting founder equity

• Preparing for Series A–C or international expansion

Private Equity-Backed Firms

• Interim C-suite during turnaround or M&A

• Project-based performance improvement

• Exit preparation or board-level transition support

SMEs and Family-Owned Companies

• Professionalising leadership teams

• Supporting succession or external expansion

• Bridging gaps in executive bandwidth

Charities and Social Enterprises

• Managing financial or operational transitions

• Leading change with governance best practice

• Providing strategic input with limited overhead

Corporates Launching or Spinning Out Ventures

• Standing up executive leadership for new divisions

• Providing credibility and structure from Day 1

• Hiring a CxO until a permanent team is established

At NedCapital, we recruit across the full C-suite spectrum. Each role offers unique value in a fractional format.

Fractional CEO

Provides overall strategic leadership, manages stakeholder relationships, and drives growth or recovery.

• Leading transition or exit readiness

• Stabilising leadership during crisis

• Scaling founder-led teams

Fractional CFO

Brings financial clarity, investor readiness, and commercial discipline.

• Cash flow management and modelling

• Fundraising and board reporting

• ERP/systems transformation

Fractional COO

Optimises operations, delivery, and performance across teams.

• Supply chain, process, and productivity

• Implementation of systems and OKRs

• Interim ops leadership post-M&A

Fractional CMO

Accelerates marketing strategy, customer acquisition, and brand growth.

• Growth marketing and GTM strategy

• Repositioning and rebranding initiatives

• Supporting commercial scaling and digital channels

Fractional CTO / CPO

Leads tech strategy and product innovation.

• Tech stack reviews and upgrades

• Product-market fit and roadmap delivery

• Managing development teams and IP

Fractional CHRO / People Director

Aligns culture, talent, and people strategies with business goals.

• Organisational design and scaling

• Talent acquisition and retention

• Navigating cultural change or crisis

We go beyond CVs. Our fractional leaders are selected for immediate credibility and outcome-focused delivery.

1. Proven Track Record

• 10–25+ years of C-suite experience

• Sector-specific expertise

• Experience navigating similar business challenges

2. Strategic Agility

• Quick to diagnose, faster to act

• Balance vision with pragmatism

• Understand how to operate with limited time and data

3. Cultural Sensitivity

• Integrate smoothly into existing teams

• Earn trust from boards and staff

• Respect the nuances of founder-led or mission-driven organizations

4. Execution-Oriented

• Hands-on leadership, not just advice

• Outcome-led mindset, focused on KPIs and delivery

• Able to transition seamlessly into permanent roles if needed

We tailor each search to your specific context, urgency, and outcomes.

1. Define the Need

We begin with discovery:

• Business stage and sector

• Internal gaps and short-term goals

• Ideal leadership attributes and budget

• Risk or urgency level

We then develop a custom engagement brief.

2. Search and Shortlist

We identify suitable leaders from:

• Our vetted C-suite and board network

• Specialist interim talent pools

• Discreet referrals and investor recommendations

• Sector-specific executive alumni

Candidates are assessed for:

• Functional and industry fit

• Change leadership capability

• Chemistry with founders or chairs

• Availability and flexibility

3. Interviews and Appointment

We present a highly curated shortlist with:

• Executive profiles and references

• Availability and rate structure

• Alignment with cultural and business goals

We support you through:

• Interviews and stakeholder input

• Commercial negotiations

• Scope definition and onboarding

4. Ongoing Support

We remain on hand to ensure:

• Successful delivery and fit

• Stakeholder alignment and goal tracking

• Scope or cadence adjustments if needed

We can also advise on transition to permanent if the match is ideal.

A few recent examples of our Fractional C-Suite placements:

• • Fractional COO for a VC-backed logistics firm: increased fulfilment efficiency by 32% and prepared for international scale.

  • Part-time CFO for a health-tech company: stabilised cash flow and secured £4.5m Series A investment.

  • Fractional CMO for a D2C brand: overhauled digital marketing, achieving 70% increase in ROAS in 4 months.

  • Interim CTO for a B2B SaaS firm post-acquisition: restructured engineering team and migrated legacy infrastructure.

  • Fractional CHRO for a fintech scale-up: implemented OKRs, modernised policies, and coached VP layer.

Specialist in Executive-Level Recruitment

We focus exclusively on board and senior leadership—we understand what great executive leadership looks like, and how to find it fast.

Quality Over Quantity

You’ll receive curated shortlists, not inbox-filling databases. Every candidate is vetted, referenced, and ready for impact.

Functional and Sector Expertise

Our team includes former CFOs, founders, and consultants—we understand your business challenges and tailor leadership accordingly.

Founder- and Investor-Aware

We’ve worked with family firms, VC-backed start-ups, and PE-owned scale-ups. We know how to balance ownership, growth, and governance.

We offer pricing and engagement structures tailored to your business: