Fractional and Interim HR Leadership
Leadership That Moves Businesses Forward
In the lifecycle of every growing organization, there comes a point where HR leadership cannot be an "extra hat" worn by an already busy executive. To truly unlock the next phase of growth, you need a seasoned HR leader who aligns people strategy with business goals — and knows how to execute.
At Optima HR Solutions, fractional and interim HR leadership is where we started — and it remains the foundation of our reputation today. Our fractional executives are standout talent: experienced, strategic, and battle-tested across industries. They've led real transformations inside real businesses. Now, they partner with you to do the same.
Fractional HR Leadership: Executive Expertise, Right-Sized for You
For many small and mid-sized organizations, hiring a full-time Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is unnecessary or cost-prohibitive. Our fractional CHROs provide the strategic leadership you need — at the level and pace that fits your business.
Whether it's an hour a month or two to three days a week, we deliver:
- Strategic HR leadership without the full-time cost
- A predictable monthly fee or flexible hourly options
- Clear deliverables aligned to your operating model (EOS, OKRs, etc.)
- A trusted partner who understands growth-stage challenges
- A sounding board and coach for your executive team, helping leaders navigate talent and organizational decisions with greater confidence
- Business acumen and thought leadership from experienced executives who view HR through a business-first lens
Our fractional leaders integrate into your executive team, elevating your HR function while ensuring that talent, culture, and people practices drive your business goals. With Optima, CEOs and leadership teams gain a true partner: a thoughtful, experienced leader who brings both business insight and deep HR expertise to the table.
Interim HR Leadership: Stability During Times of Change
When key HR roles are vacant or when change demands a reset, Optima steps in with interim HR executives who:
- Maintain continuity of leadership and operations
- Provide stability during transitions such as mergers, acquisitions, or leadership turnover
- Lead HR transformations if needed to strengthen foundations for future success
We minimize disruption and maximize the opportunity that change can create.
HR Assessment and Roadmap: Know Where You Stand
Before deciding on a leadership solution, you may want clarity on your current state. Our Strategic HR Assessment and Roadmap service provides:
- A comprehensive analysis of your HR strategies, structures, and programs
- A clear strategic roadmap to align HR with your business vision
- Practical recommendations to build a stronger, more resilient organization
It's your starting point for smart, informed decisions about where and how to invest in HR leadership.
Learn more about our Strategic HR Assessment and Roadmap service →
The Optima Difference: Strategic, Business-First HR
Many HR providers start inside the HR function. We start with your business and the external talent landscape. Our approach:
- Looks outward first: to align HR with market realities
- Builds from the top down: designing employee experience based on business strategy
- Applies a proven strategic framework to guide decision-making
We don't just "fill seats." We embed experienced leadership that drives business results.
Ask yourself: Does your current HR support have a real strategic point of view — and the experience to back it up?
If not, it's time to experience the difference of Optima.