Senior guidance without a full-time hire

Fractional & Interim Support

This service provides flexible, senior-level communications support for organisations that need experience, steadiness, and perspective — without a full-time hire.

It suits organisations without a senior communications lead, teams covering a vacancy or parental leave, and leaders who want an experienced sounding board through a period of growth or change.

Whether working in an advisory capacity, mentoring in-house teams, or acting as an embedded extension of your organisation, the focus is on trusted partnership and calm, practical guidance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Acting as a fractional or interim communications lead — working closely with your team during busy or transitional periods to provide direction, continuity, and hands-on support. The level of involvement can be shaped to suit your size, capacity, and priorities.
Interim support covers a defined gap, such as a vacancy, parental leave or a leadership transition, usually for a set period. Fractional support is ongoing senior capacity for an agreed number of days a month, for organisations that need experienced communications leadership but not a full-time role.
Yes. Mentorship is often part of this work, particularly when teams are developing internal communications capability or navigating new responsibilities.
The focus is on building confidence, judgement, and practical skills — not just providing answers.
It can be either.
Some organisations engage on an ongoing basis for continuity and trusted support. Others work together for a defined period — for example, during a transition, handover, or period of increased workload.

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Why Arc Narratives

This service offers experience, steadiness, and perspective without the pressure of long-term commitment.

Experienced Leadership

Senior guidance shaped by nearly two decades of practice.

Flexible Support

Engagements adapt to your organisation’s reality and pace.

Trusted Partnership

Support is collaborative and grounded in trust.

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“By combining her sharp strategic focus with a truly people-centric approach, Carly brings clarity, structure, and a calm brilliance to her role as a thoughtful, trusted partner. She excels in translating goals into quality outcomes for your most important audience and will find new ways to build value for your business through impact.”
James Wood
Director of Communications
International Electrotechnical Commission

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