Hire a fractional VP Strategy — planning, market entry, and corp dev
A fractional VP Strategy runs strategic planning, market entry, and corporate development on 1–2 days per week — the operational strategy leader under a CEO or CSO.
A fractional VP Strategy costs $8k–$18k/mo ($200–$500/hr), typically works 1–3 days per week, and can be hired in about 48 hours through RecruitFractional — with no placement fee or percentage of compensation. Engagements run fractional, interim, or advisory.
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When to hire a fractional VP Strategy
Most companies hire a fractional VP Strategy when the founder or existing team can no longer own the strategy function at executive depth. Common triggers:
- Strategic planning is ad hoc and off-cycle
- You are entering a new market or product line
- M&A or partnerships need a senior driver
- The board wants a real 3-year plan
- Competitive intelligence is patchy
What a fractional VP Strategy owns
A fractional VP Strategy operates as your accountable Vice President of Strategy on a part-time basis. Typical scope:
- — Strategic plan, 3-year model, and portfolio review
- — Market entry and expansion plan
- — Corporate development, M&A sourcing, and diligence
- — Competitive intelligence and category work
- — Executive narrative and board strategy pack
- — Strategy team hiring plan
Engagement models
Fractional (ongoing)
1–3 days per week on a recurring basis. Best when you need executive judgment in the business every week, but not a full-time hire yet.
Interim (full-time, fixed term)
Full-time coverage for 3–9 months. Best for a vacancy, a fundraise, an M&A event, or a turnaround.
Project / advisory
Scoped engagement (10–40 hours) tied to a specific deliverable — a plan, a system, a hire, a diligence.
How much does a fractional VP Strategy cost?
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Frequently asked questions
- What does a fractional VP Strategy do?
- A fractional VP Strategy runs strategic planning, market entry, and corporate development on a part-time or project basis.
- How much does a fractional VP Strategy cost?
- Fractional VP Strategy retainers typically run $8,000–$18,000 per month, or $200–$500 per hour. Project-based engagements are also common.
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