Fractional Chief People Officer

Strategic HR Leadership, Tailored for Growth and Transformation

A Fractional Chief People Officer brings the expertise to transform your culture, align your people strategy, and drive sustainable growth—precisely when you need it most.

What is a Fractional Chief People Officer?

A Fractional Chief People Officer (CPO) is an experienced HR executive who provides high-level strategic leadership on a part-time, flexible basis. Rather than hiring a full-time CPO, organisations can access the expertise of a seasoned HR leader to address critical people-related challenges without the full-time commitment or cost.

A Fractional CPO offers the flexibility to bring senior-level HR guidance exactly when it’s needed, whether your business is navigating rapid growth, managing a major transformation, or undergoing organisational change. With the ability to scale services up or down, a Fractional CPO provides the strategic insight and expertise to handle evolving challenges with agility.

In today’s evolving market, having a trusted partner who can guide your people strategy while balancing the demands of a dynamic business environment is crucial.

In essence, a Fractional CPO provides the strategic HR leadership you need, precisely when your organisation needs it, allowing you to focus on growth and success.

Teresa Boughey Fractional CPO on the phone

5 Benefits of using a Fractional Chief People Officer

  1. Strategic Expertise: A Fractional CPO brings deep HR knowledge to align your people strategy with business goals, whether you’re navigating rapid growth, restructuring, or cultural transformation.

  2. Flexibility: You gain top-tier HR leadership tailored to your specific needs—whether on a project basis or part-time—without the expense of a full-time executive.

  3. Cultural Change & Inclusivity: For organisations aiming to foster inclusive workplaces and sustainable business practices, a Fractional CPO provides the guidance and tools to drive lasting cultural shifts.

  4. Business Transformation: During mergers, acquisitions, or times of rapid change, a Fractional CPO helps manage the people aspects, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment with your broader business objectives.

  5. Leadership Development: A Fractional CPO can develop your leadership team’s capabilities, enhance executive performance, and strengthen team dynamics, empowering your organization for the future.

A Fractional CPO provides focused, high-level HR expertise at the right moment, empowering your organisation to tackle challenges efficiently while staying on track for growth and success.

Teresa Boughey - Board Development

Why Choose Jungle HR as Your Fractional Chief People Officer?

At Jungle HR, we bring a wealth of experience and strategic HR expertise to help your organisation thrive. As your Fractional Chief People Officer (CPO), we offer the flexibility, insight, and leadership needed to tackle your most pressing people challenges—without the full-time commitment.

  • Expertise You Can Trust: With over 25 years of experience leading HR strategies for FTSE 100, FTSE 250, and public-sector organisations, we have a proven track record of aligning people strategies with business objectives to drive growth and transformation.

  • Flexible and Cost-Effective Solutions: Whether you’re undergoing rapid growth, managing cultural change, or navigating leadership transitions, our Fractional CPO service gives you access to top-tier HR leadership when you need it—without the expense of a full-time executive.

  • Award-Winning Methodology: Our tribe5 Diversity & Inclusion® methodology has helped organisations create inclusive, high-performing cultures, earning national recognition for their diversity efforts.

  • Strategic Leadership for Lasting Impact: From organisational design and leadership development to managing mergers and acquisitions, we provide strategic guidance to ensure your people strategy supports your long-term success.

  • Thought Leadership in Inclusivity & Sustainability: As a TEDx speaker and UK Ambassador for UN Women, our CEO and Founder bring insights into creating inclusive, sustainable cultures that drive innovation and performance. Our thought-leadership has been featured in Forbes, The Sunday Times, and People Management.

By choosing Jungle HR as your Fractional CPO, you’ll gain the strategic HR leadership needed to navigate change, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure your organisation is set up for future success. Let us be your trusted partner in shaping a sustainable future.

Teresa Boughey holding her bestselling Book 'Closing the Gap - 5 Steps to Creating an Inclusive Culture' with judge Nadine Dereza

Meet the Founder

Teresa Boughey, CEO and Founder of Jungle HR, brings over 25 years of experience specializing in culture change and business transformation for a sustainable and inclusive future. As a strategic HR leader, Teresa has worked with FTSE 100 companies, public-sector organisations, and global brands to drive meaningful transformation that aligns people strategies with business goals.

A TEDx speaker, bestselling author of Closing the Gap – 5 Steps to Creating an Inclusive Culture, and the creator of the tribe5 Diversity & Inclusion® methodology, Teresa is recognised as a thought leader in creating high-performing, inclusive cultures. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Sunday Times, and People Management, and she frequently shares her insights on BBC One’s Sunday Politics Show.

Teresa serves on the Parliamentary Steering Committee for the MODE APPG (Modernising Employment) and sits on the Advisory Board at Royal Holloway University’s International School of Business Management. She is also a UK Ambassador for UN Women and chairs the ESG Workstream for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Women in Enterprise, where she influences policy on sustainability and inclusion.

As your Fractional Chief People Officer, Teresa provides the expert leadership needed to guide your organisation through growth, transformation, or cultural shifts. With her vast experience and deep understanding of sustainable business practices, she will help you build an inclusive, agile organisation ready for long-term success.

Teresa Boughey sitting at a laptop

Get Started - Book a Fractional CPO Discovery Call

During the discovery call we’ll explore your organisation’s unique needs and identify key challenges. This initial consultation will help you determine how our Fractional CPO services can support your growth, transformation, or cultural shift.

From there, we can create a tailored roadmap that aligns your people strategy with your business objectives, ensuring you have the leadership and guidance needed for long-term success.

Whether you need support during a period of change, leadership development, or long-term cultural transformation, the Fractional CPO service can provide the high-level expertise you need, when you need it.