About Leadership Services
We are here to help you solve your issues, empowering your business to move forward. Working as part of your senior team, Leadership Services are a cost-effective way of dealing with business issues across IT, Finance, Sales and Marketing.
When you have an issue that you don’t have the in-house expertise to solve, we step in and help, provide a sounding board for you, and contribute to the wider aspects of your business strategy and success — without long-term fixed contracts, and at a fraction of the cost of employing a full-time Director.
Our Mission: Making Expert Leadership Accessible
The founding belief behind Leadership Services is straightforward: every ambitious UK business deserves access to exceptional executive talent, regardless of size or budget. For too long, top-tier directors have been the exclusive preserve of large corporations that can afford six-figure salaries and expensive recruitment processes.
We exist to change that. By providing experienced, commercially-minded directors on a fractional basis, we give growing businesses the strategic firepower they need to compete, scale, and succeed — on terms that work for them.
How Fractional Directors Work: Our Four-Step Process
Leadership Services has a broad selection of highly experienced part-time Directors to choose from, ensuring we can select the right Director for your business.
1
We Listen
Once you get in touch, our Managing Director will reach out to discuss your requirements. Whether you’re struggling to define your strategy, lacking someone with the skillset to help you achieve your ambitions, or simply needing someone with the tools and experience to help you grow, we’re here to help.
2
We Propose
Once we understand your requirements, we will send you a simple email proposal. We’ll advise a high-level plan of action and recommend the amount of time necessary for your chosen goals. Then it’s simply fine-tuning the proposal and agreeing to terms — no long contracts, no complicated terms.
3
We Match
Leadership Services will select the best-suited part-time Director to join your in-house team. With over 60 Directors to choose from, all with a minimum of 10 years of board-level experience and a proven track record of success, we choose the Director with the most relevant experience and skillset.
4
We Transform
From there, we join your team and take full responsibility for driving your strategy forward, developing efficient systems and processes, mentoring your team, and ultimately providing transformative leadership that will take your business to the next level.
Why Choose Leadership Services?
Leadership Services has the knowledge, skillset and experience to deliver transformative leadership and help your business achieve long-term success.
Part-Time Leaders. Full-Time Benefit
We are highly skilled in managing your company’s needs on a part-time basis, meaning we can deliver the same results as a full-time Director in significantly less time and for less money.
Group of Directors
Your business won’t just benefit from the experience of one Director. Each Director operates as part of the Leadership Services team and can draw on the considerable knowledge and experience of 80+ Directors.
Immediate Impact
We demonstrate value from day one. We’ve got experience from previous projects and have nailed down efficient processes — we cut out the learning curve and will quickly identify what your business needs to grow.
Value-Driven
Unlike external consultants, we join your executive team and work alongside them and your staff. We lead the team, make the right decisions, and take responsibility and ownership of outcomes.
Innovative Decision-Making
We’re there to challenge your decisions and come up with creative, innovative solutions to transform and improve the way you operate, paving the way for a more streamlined, profitable business.
Wide Choice of Expertise
Leadership Services has over 60 Directors with experience across different sectors. Tell us about your goals and what you want to achieve and we’ll advise on who we believe is a perfect fit for your business.
Flexible, But Accessible
Our part-time Directors can start as soon as you need them, and our flexible contracts mean you have the capacity to increase or decrease commitments according to your business’s changing needs.
Cost-Effective
Due to the nature of our work, hiring one of our part-time Directors is more cost-efficient than hiring a full-time one. There are no costs of employment, no incentive packages, no training requirements, and no recruitment fees to consider.
The Leadership Services Promise
Leadership Services promises to deliver the same value and impact as a full-time Director — inspiring confidence, giving you back time, and saving you money.
- We'll empower people within your business to perform at their very best.
- We'll save you money and future-proof your business for growth and success.
- We'll free up your time so you can focus on growing your business.
- We'll inspire confidence and trust with an experienced Director who has the skillset to transform your business.
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by a clear set of values that shape how we work with clients, how we select our directors, and how we measure success.
Accountability
We take ownership of outcomes, not just activity. Our directors are measured on the results they deliver, not the hours they log.
Integrity
We give honest advice, even when it is not what a client wants to hear. Our reputation is built on trust, and we never compromise it.
Collaboration
We work alongside your team, not above them. The best results come from combining our expertise with your in-depth knowledge of your business.
Continuous Improvement
We challenge ourselves and our clients to keep getting better. The business landscape changes constantly, and complacency is the biggest risk of all.
Pragmatism
We focus on what works in practice, not just in theory. Our advice is grounded in real commercial experience, not academic frameworks.
What Sets Leadership Services Apart
A Collective, Not a Lone Consultant
When you engage one of our directors, you gain access to the entire Leadership Services network. Your director can draw on the experience and knowledge of 80+ fellow directors spanning IT, Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Operations. This collective intelligence is something a standalone consultant simply cannot replicate.
Directors, Not Advisors
We do not produce reports and leave. Our directors join your executive team, attend board meetings, lead staff, manage suppliers, and take genuine accountability for outcomes. The difference between an advisor and a director is responsibility — and we take that responsibility seriously.
Sector Breadth and Commercial Depth
Our directors have operated across dozens of industries and business sizes. This breadth means they bring proven patterns and transferable ideas from sectors your competitors may never have considered. Combined with genuine commercial acumen, this is a powerful combination for driving growth.
No Long-Term Lock-In
We operate without long-term fixed contracts because we are confident in the value we deliver. You can scale engagement up or down, pause, or conclude — on your terms. This flexibility makes working with us a genuinely low-risk decision.
Our Network of Directors
Leadership Services has carefully built a network of over 80 experienced directors, each with a track record of delivering results at board level. Our directors are not career consultants — they are former Managing Directors, Finance Directors, IT Directors, Sales Directors, and Marketing Directors who have operated at the highest level in their fields.
Every director in our network is rigorously vetted. We assess their commercial experience, sector knowledge, communication style, and cultural fit before they work with any client.
What to Expect in Your First 90 Days
Days 1–30: Discovery
Your director’s first priority is to understand your business deeply — your team, your processes, your financials, and your goals. They will conduct structured interviews with key stakeholders, review existing strategies and data, and identify the highest-impact priorities.
Days 31–60: Strategy & Early Wins
With a clear picture of the business, your director will present a prioritised action plan. They will begin work on quick wins — the improvements that deliver visible results fast — while laying the groundwork for longer-term strategic initiatives.
Days 61–90: Momentum
By the end of the first 90 days, you should have clear KPIs in place, early results to point to, and a team that is better aligned around shared objectives. Your director will review progress formally and refine the plan for the next quarter.
Flexible Engagement Models
One of the most common questions we hear is: how many days do fractional directors work? The answer depends entirely on your business objectives.
Part-Time Retainer
2–5 Days Per Month
Our most popular model for established SMEs that need ongoing strategic input without a full-time commitment. Most clients see measurable improvements within the first 60–90 days.
Interim Director
3–5 Days Per Week
If your business is navigating significant change — a restructure, rapid growth, or a leadership gap — an interim director provides near full-time cover for a defined period.
On-Demand Advisory
Set Hours Per Month
For businesses that need a steady strategic sounding board rather than hands-on delivery. Particularly suited to founders who need a trusted advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of director can Leadership Services provide?
We provide part-time and fractional directors across Finance (CFO, FD), IT (CIO, CTO, CISO), Sales (CSO, Sales Director), Marketing (CMO, Marketing Director), and Operations (COO, Operations Director). We can also provide Managing Directors and Non-Executive Directors depending on your needs.
How is a fractional director different from a consultant?
A consultant typically provides advice, analysis, and recommendations — then hands over to your team to implement. A fractional director takes an active leadership role. They embed within your business, manage people and budgets, attend board meetings, and are accountable for results. The key difference is ownership and accountability.
How much does it cost to engage a part-time director?
Our part-time directors are available from £1,795 per month, depending on the role, sector, and number of days required. There are no recruitment fees, employer NI contributions, pension costs, or benefits packages to consider.
How quickly can a director start?
In most cases, we can have a director in place within one to two weeks of your initial consultation. Once you approve the proposal and we confirm the match, your director can begin attending meetings and reviewing materials almost immediately.
Is there a minimum contract length?
There is no long-term contract. We ask for a short initial commitment period — typically one to three months — to allow the engagement to gain traction. Beyond that, you are free to continue, adjust, or conclude the arrangement with minimal notice.
What happens if the director is not the right fit?
It rarely happens, but if it does, we act quickly. Leadership Services will arrange a replacement at no additional cost. Our goal is a long-term working relationship, and that only works if the fit is right from the start.
Ready to Bring Experienced Leadership to Your Business?
Book a free, no-obligation discovery call — or phone us directly on 0330 236 8932.