How do you assess interim professionals or contractors?

by | Nov 19, 2020 | Knowledge Centre

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In today’s market there is an increasing need flexible for interim management solutions.

Let’s start with some facts.  The interim management market continues to grow; despite IR35 and the uncertainty that brings.  The European market, surveyed by INIMA, the International Network of Interim Manager Associations found that the majority of Interims in Europe are male, in their mid 50’s, and typically have held c-suite roles.

With the length of assignment averaging 11 months, this allows businesses to benefit from all the value a seasoned interim professional brings, without the hefty price tag of a permanent salary package.

Interim Managers are seasoned senior-level professionals with proven track records in handling complex business scenarios that require immediate attention and rapid transformation. They are agile and adaptable, approaching each assignment with a strong mindset and a toolbox brimming with experience.

As interim professionals can be quickly deployed to a project, or parachuted into a business to resolve critical issues, it is incredibly important to appraise their capabilities in advance.

We work closely with our clients to help solve their business challenges and together we determine the statement of outcomes giving absolute confidence on the value the interim professional will bring.

To ensure a flawless recruitment experience, our vetting procedure includes

  • Identity verification
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Professional registration and qualifications check with relevant bodies
  • Employment history and reference check
  • Limited company and VAT validation (if relevant)
  • Professional insurance check

Depending on the needs of our clients, we also work with a number of expert agencies to deliver a customised employment screening as part of the recruitment process.