Hiring a full-time C-level commercial lead in Ireland is a €200K+ commitment, before bonuses, benefits, and recruitment fees. For many scale-ups, that’s too much risk and too little flexibility. That’s why we offer a smarter way to bring in experienced leadership - without the cost, risk, or long-term lock-in of a full-time hire.

What does a fractional c-level executive cost in Ireland?

In Ireland, you can expect to pay between €1,500 - €3,000 per day for fractional commercial leadership with 10+ years of proven c-level experience in your sector.

In effect, for less than 50% of the cost of a full-time executive, you can access to 10+ years of C-level experience in sales, marketing, and customer growth strategy; without the risks of a full time hire. In addition your business can benefit from agile and flexible engagement models (2-3 days per week, short-term impact projects, or ongoing advisory support).

But, fractional execs don’t have skin in the game. Right?

Not necessarily. At Fractional Edge we work exclusively with experienced growth leaders who are willing to back themselves in any engagement. Success-oriented fractional execs are willing to defer a portion of their normal daily rate, tied to successful outcomes - whether that’s revenue growth, improved conversion rates, pipeline acceleration or an investment event.

This means you get:

• Top-tier execution with shared risk

• A leader fully invested in your success

• A clear, measurable path to ROI

How do decide between fractional and full-time C-level hires?

Here are 5 ways to think about the differences between hiring a fractional c-level versus a full-time employee:

1. Cost Efficiency

• A full-time C-level hire costs €200K+ annually, plus bonuses, benefits, and equity.

• A Fractional Growth Leader costs more than 50% less for 2-3 days per week, delivering high-impact leadership at a fraction of the cost.

2. Speed & Flexibility

• A full-time exec requires a lengthy recruitment process (often €40K+ in fees & months to hire).

• A Fractional Growth Leader is ready to start immediately - no % recruitment costs, no long delays.

3. Commitment & Risk

• Hiring a full-time C-level is a high-risk decision - if the hire doesn’t work out, you're locked in.

• A Fractional Growth Leader offers flexible engagements - scale up or down as needed, no long-term commitment.

4. Execution & Impact

• A full-time C-level takes 3-6 months to onboard before driving real impact.

• A Fractional Growth Leader delivers immediate execution - hands-on from Day 1.

5. Incentive Alignment

• A full-time hire earns a fixed salary - they get paid whether results happen or not.

• A Fractional Growth Leader backs themselves - deferring a portion of fee based on success, ensuring full alignment with your growth goals.

Who hires a fractional commercial executive?

A fractional executive isn’t for everyone - but for the right business, it’s the fastest, smartest way to unlock revenue growth without the cost and risk of a full-time hire. We typically work with:

• Scaling companies based in Ireland (€1M-€100M revenue) – you’re growing but hitting execution bottlenecks in sales, marketing, or customer growth. A full-time C-level isn’t viable, but you need top-tier commercial leadership.

• CEOs who need results, not just advice – you don’t need another consultant handing you a strategy deck. You need a leader who embeds into the business, executes, and drives outcomes.

• Founders who want a growth partner – you want someone fully aligned with your success, not just billing for time. Our outcome-based model ensures we only win when you do.

• Businesses preparing for investment or exit – need to prove traction, improve commercial metrics, or accelerate pipeline ahead of a funding round or acquisition? A Fractional Growth Leader delivers immediate execution to drive valuation.

• Companies expanding into new markets or channels – whether you’re establishing a base in Ireland, launching new products, or scaling partnerships, you need an experienced commercial leader who can execute - without long-term risk.

The smarter way to scale - without the risk!

With a fractional commercial c-level, you’re not just hiring experience - you’re securing execution, results, and full alignment with your success. Why pay for potential when you can pay for performance?

IF you don’t need a full-time hire OR you don’t need the overhead, the risk, or the long wait for impact, THEN you need a proven leader who can get in, fix execution, and drive results - starting now. Let’s talk!