Interim management

Achieve your business goals with our specialised interim management solutions. Our expert recruiters will support your vision by finding experienced interim professionals to lead your business towards growth.

Sometimes you need a game changer

Is your organisation going through a time of change or internal transition? Our interim professionals can effectively bridge vacancies, provide assistance with projects, restructuring, and the implementation of new processes and technologies. In their temporary role, interim managers can provide new direction and critical leadership.

Our vast experience and industry knowledge ensure that we find you the right interim manager to hit the ground running. descriptions to grasp the essence of your organisation's journey. Leveraging our specialised industry knowledge, localised insights, and global network, we advocate for your narrative and facilitate connections with top-tier professionals poised to revolutionise your business.

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Why use an interim manager?

Interim experts are in demand like never before. Organisations are recognising the significant impact they can achieve with the help of interim professionals at relatively low costs. These experts can be of great tactical importance for your company and are therefore seen not just as a short-term solution, but rather as a strategic deployment of external expertise on a flexible basis.

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European leader in interim management

As a European leader in interim management, we combine the power of an international business with the expertise of our local teams. We are well equipped to offer a flexible and effective response to periods of change, crisis, growth or international expansion.

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The benefits of using an interim management service

Do you urgently need a solution or quick progression in a project? Interim professionals can quickly familiarise themselves with your organisation and delve into complex subjects within a short period of time, thereby providing immediate value.

Interim professionals help your company respond swiftly to varying business requirements. They can be hired within usually a couple of days, to carry out a specific project or to fill in for a manager who is on holiday or on parental leave.

Interim professionals often possess specialised skills that a company requires but may not have internally. They can, for example, assist with the implementation of new technologies or support your company in complying with new regulations.

As outsiders to your organisation, interim professionals have an objective point of view on your business practices. They can help you identify strengths and weaknesses in your organisation and help you streamline processes.

Are you navigating through major changes, like an organisational restructuring or an acquisition? A highly experienced, temporary leader can guide you through the process, while your existing leadership team maintains focus on day- to-day business.

An interim professional can identify knowledge gaps, train your employees and help you set your team up for sustainable success. This way, your company benefits from their expertise even after the interim assignment has ended.

Our story is based on fact

9

countries offering interim management across the globe
43,000

interim managers we have placed into new opportunities
11,000

interim management assignments have been completed
85%

of candidates would refer us to a friend

2024 European interim management market report

Our European Interim Management Market Report provides a comprehensive overview of the international interim market, insights into aspirations and drivers for interim managers, and an overview of current interim rates in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

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4 important interim trends for CFOs

The modern CFO is increasingly involved in the hiring process. Hence, it is important to know what is going on in the operational interim management market. We set out the most important trends. Trend 1: The backfill method A trend we are seeing a lot of now, is the so-called backfill method. Tradit

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Interim managers’ contribution to business success

An interim manager is a temporary manager who can support organisations for a certain period in projects, staff shortages or absences. We spoke to Dan O'Leary, Business Director and executive search and interim management expert at international recruitment specialist Robert Walters. Particularly in

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European Interim Management Remuneration Market Report

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We have established close collaborations with many of our interim managers for several years and have received very positive feedback from our clients. Additionally, we conduct a thorough selection process to ensure that we provide highly qualified interim managers with proven experience and a successful track record in their respective fields. Furthermore, ongoing support and monitoring throughout the entire project, ensures that expectations are met.

The duration depends on the specific requirements of your project and the availability of qualified candidates. However, we strive to make the process as efficient as possible and aim to provide you with qualified interim managers within a short period of time, typically a few days to weeks.

By working with Robert Walters, you benefit from our access to a wide pool of top talent, our international reach, and our proven selection process. We handle the entire recruitment process, allowing you to focus on your core business while we take care of selecting the best interim managers for you.

Interim managers do not pose competition for internal executives. They are brought in on a temporary basis to address specific challenges or implement projects, thereby complementing the existing team.

Interim managers bring valuable external input to the table. With their diverse experience and specialist knowledge, they bring fresh strategic perspectives. They can provide leadership in periods of change and positively impact internal talent development.

Our European interim market report provides a comprehensive overview of the interim rates within our fields of expertise. You can acces the report for free here.

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Using a combination of our own data, publicly available insights and our recruitment experts, we build bespoke overviews of the salaries and benefits required to attract talent.

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Interim management

Sometimes you need a game changer

Trusted by over 11,000+ organisations

Areas we recruit in

Why use an interim manager?

European leader in interim management

The benefits of using an interim management service

Our story is based on fact

2024 European interim management market report

Meet your interim managements experts

Talent Insights

FAQs

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What are the advantages of working with Robert Walters compared to independently searching for interim managers?

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