Impact. At a fraction of the cost.

Traditional executive hiring takes months and locks you into fixed costs. Fractional leadership allows you to inject senior expertise exactly when and where you have a capability gap.

10x

Faster deployment than traditional executive search

60%

Average savings compared to a full-time compensation package.

Specialised leadership for every function

The traditional executive model is rigid, expensive, and often excessive for your current stage. You don't need to pay for 40 hours of attendance. You need experienced leadership for business-as-usual operations.
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Whether it's running your finance function, leading your marketing team, or managing day-to-day operations, Fractional Leadership gives you the C-Suite experience you need without the wasted capacity -- and you can wrap up whenever your needs change.

Fractional Chief Executive Officers

Fractional Chief Experience Officers

Fractional Chief Financial Officers

Fractional Chief Marketing Officers

Fractional Chief Operating Officers

Fractional Chief People Officers

Fractional Chief Product Officers

Fractional Chief Technology Officers

Enterprise-Grade Capability.
Startup Agility.

Access world-class senior Australian leaders on a fractional basis. The perfect solution for mid-market growth, PE-backed transitions, and scaleups needing expertise without the full-time cost.

Fill critical gaps instantly

Don't let a vacancy stall your operations. Deploy a seasoned leader in days, not months, to keep business-as-usual running smoothly -- with the flexibility to scale their commitment as your needs evolve.

Senior expertise, flexible cost

Access Fortune 500, ASX 100-level talent while keeping costs low. Scale to 4 days when you're busy, 2 days when you're quieter. Perfect for startups that can't afford full-time executive salaries or established businesses avoiding permanent overhead.

Strategy meets execution

Our leaders don't just advise. They run operations. Fractional leaders naturally identify capability gaps and can quickly deploy Expert360 specialist teams or offshore support to maintain smooth day-to-day performance.

Results-oriented & unbiased

Flexible and unbiased leadership. Scale their involvement up or down as your business evolves. No redundancy processes or performance management issues. Simply adjust their days or wrap up the engagement when your needs change.

Dave Porter

Managing Director, AFA Insurance

"They were prompt, professional and helpful from the start - only took 3-4 business days to receive applicants, interview and successfully hire an excellent candidate. It was the best experience we have had with a recruitment firm for many years."

Rachel Hall

Head of People & Culture, Chatime AU

"The speed of service is outstanding and not like anything I have experienced with any other agencies. The recruiter kept me informed at all times and was able to pivot quickly when our brief changed."

Kristie Rogers

Delivery Director, Visa AP

“I trust Expert360 to deliver the contracting talent I need quickly, to work together and be flexible (when needed). They have delivered the best talent of all our contracting talent sourcing partners over the past 3 years in Australia (in my opinion).”

How does it work?

Rapidly hire specialised, elite talent from our exclusive network of Experts in four simple steps.

Request talent

Answer 7 short questions to help us understand your requirements.

Our team connects

We'll be in touch ASAP to comprehensively understand what kind of Expert you require.

Get a shortlist in 24-48 hours

Your project enters our network, and our team + AI shortlist the best talent for your project.

Hire an Expert

Interview with candidates (if required), then contract your chosen Expert.

FAQ

What exactly is a Fractional Executive?

Unlike a consultant who offers outside advice, a Fractional Executive joins your team as a hands-on leader for a fraction of the week (e.g., 1/2/3 days).
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They hold the title (e.g., CTO, CFO), manage your team, and run day-to-day operations -- just like a full-time executive, but at a fraction of the cost with complete flexibility to scale up or down.

How is this different from hiring a management consultant?

Management or Strategy Consultants typically analyse problems and deliver recommendations. Fractional Executives execute those recommendations.

They embed themselves in your company culture, own the strategy implementation, and actually get the work done. They don't just leave you with a slide deck.

Why wouldn't I just hire a full-time executive?

We believe permanent full-time C-Suite hiring is becoming a thing of the past -- fractional is the future. A fractional model gives you more experience while keeping costs low, with the flexibility to scale up to 4 days when you're busy and down to 2 days when you're quieter.

You avoid redundancy or performance management issues as your business evolves, and you can wrap up whenever your needs change -- something you can't do with permanent hires.

How much time will the executive spend with my company?

This is fully customisable based on your needs. Most engagements range from 1 to 3 days per week. This can be structured as set days (e.g., every Tuesday and Thursday) or as flexible blocks of time focused on specific deliverables and availability.

Are your executives based in Australia/NZ?

Yes, our fractional executives are based in Australia and New Zealand. This ensures they operate in your time zone, understand the local market nuances, and are available for critical meetings without logistical headaches.

How quickly can an executive start?

Because we maintain a curated network of pre-vetted leaders, we can typically have an executive placed and onboarding within 1–2 weeks (or faster, depending on availability) -- bypassing the traditional 3-6 month executive search cycle.

How do you match the right executive to my business?

We don't just look at a CV. We look at the stage of your business. We match you with executives who have specifically solved the problems you are facing right now -- whether that’s raising Series A, entering a new market, or turning around a sales team.

Can a Fractional Executive actually manage my full-time team?

Absolutely. One of their primary roles is often to lead and mentor your existing junior or mid-level team members, raising the overall capability of your internal staff while providing the strategic direction they need.

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