Pillar guide
How to hire a fractional executive
A practical, end-to-end guide for founders and CEOs choosing a fractional C-suite hire.
When to hire fractional
Fractional is the right shape when you need senior judgement at partial cost — a founder-CFO through a Series B, a fractional CTO to rebuild the platform team, a CMO to fix acquisition. If the role is permanent and full, hire full-time. If it is time-boxed or under-loaded, hire fractional.
Scope the mandate before the person
Write a one-page mandate: the outcome, the decisions you want owned, the time commitment, and the reporting line. Interview against the mandate — not a generic job description.
Fractional vs full-time hire
| Dimension | Fractional executive | Full-time hire |
|---|---|---|
| Commitment | 6–12 days per month | Full-time |
| Cost | NGN 4M–12M / mo retainer | Full salary + equity + benefits |
| Time to start | 2–4 weeks | 3–6 months |
| Best for | Time-boxed missions, under-loaded functions | Permanent full-load functions |
Nigeria: what to expect on payroll and tax
- Currency: NGN
- Data protection: Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 and NDPR
- Payroll: PAYE, pension and NHF are withheld centrally; retainers are invoiced in NGN or USD.
AndAssociates handles PAYE, pension and NHF withholding centrally so you never chase the executive for compliance.
Role-by-role deep dives
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