Fractional COO Opportunity

About This Part-Time COO Opportunity in the UK

We are seeking an experienced Part-Time COO (also known as a Flexible Operations Director or Part-Time Chief Operating Officer) to provide strategic operational leadership on a fixed-days basis to organisations across the United Kingdom. This is a flexible role offering 1-3 days per week, with remote and hybrid working options available.

A Part-Time COO brings the same calibre of strategic operational leadership as a full-time Chief Operating Officer. According to the CMI (Chartered Management Institute), flexible operations leadership has become essential for businesses seeking to scale efficiently.

What Does a Part-Time COO Do?

As a Part-Time Chief Operating Officer, you will deliver board-level operational strategy and execution leadership. The IOD (Institute of Directors) recognises the critical importance of operational excellence in driving sustainable business growth.

Key responsibilities include operational strategy and process optimisation, team structure and performance management, systems implementation and automation, supply chain and vendor management, quality assurance and compliance, and scaling operations for growth.

Part-Time COO Day Rates in the UK

This role offers day rates of £850-£1,300 depending on complexity and experience level. According to Glassdoor UK, part-time operations leaders working 2 days per week can expect annual earnings of £170,000-£260,000.

The CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) reports strong demand for operational leaders who can drive efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years in operations leadership with experience scaling businesses. You will have held a senior operations role (COO, Operations Director, VP Operations) with P&L responsibility.

Working Arrangements

Part-Time COO roles offer flexibility, with most professionals working 1-3 fixed days per week. Around 55% of roles offer hybrid working.

UK Sectors Seeking Part-Time COOs

Demand spans multiple sectors:

• Scale-Ups — Operational scaling, process design (£900-£1,400/day)
• Manufacturing — Lean operations, supply chain optimisation
• Professional Services — Delivery excellence, utilisation management
• E-commerce — Fulfilment, customer operations
• Healthcare — Clinical operations, regulatory compliance

How to Apply

Register your interest through Fractional Quest for Part-Time COO opportunities across the UK.

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