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International interim management

Capitalise on the strength of a global talent solutions champion

Do you need a high caliber leader to transform your business globally, manage international expansion, fill in for temporary gaps in the global board or lead an international project? No matter the location of your assignment, we can find you the right interim manager.

With our strong global presence, and a large pool of mobile interim managers available internationally, we are able to provide you a tailor-made response to every need.

2025 trends and interim rates in Europe

Our European interim management tool offers up-to-date information on interim management daily rates, key market trends for 2025 and the organisational challenges that interim managers can solve for organisations in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, and the UK.

International interim management trends: The growth of flexible leadership

An increasing number of European organizations are employing interim managers to address strategic and urgent business needs with flexible solutions. Interim management allows companies to quickly bring in experienced professionals for temporary expertise, project management assignments and crisis management. José Bokhorst, CEO at Robert Walters, elaborates on the trends and preferences of European organisations when relying on interim managers in 2025.  



Global leader in interim management



Do you have an international interim assignment? With specialist teams across the globe, Robert Walters is ready to support you. Our pool of international candidates can provide you the cutting-edge expertise you need. Thanks to our international presence, we can support you with in-depth knowledge of the market and local legislation, in your own language
 
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More professionals opt for interim management, with no plans to return to permanent roles

The European interim management market is growing rapidly. More professionals are actively choosing flexibility, variety, and impact in their careers. Our recent survey of European interim managers reveals that the shift from permanent roles to freelance status is often a well-considered move, with interim managers carefully weighing the pros and cons of going independent.

Meet your international interim management specialists

Christian Atkinson

Christian Atkinson

Switzerland

Graduated from London Business School and Harvard Business School, Christian joined Robert Walters in 2005, where he gained management experience in the UK and South Africa. In 2015, he was appointed Associate Director of Financial Services in Switzerland. Since 2016, Christian has been leading the Zurich and Geneva teams as Country Director.

Ezequiel Moraglio

Ezequiel Moraglio

Spain

With a Master's in Business Administration, Ezequiel held the role of Head of IT Contract Spain with over 12 years of international experience, specializing in providing IT Contracting solutions at Robert Walters in Spain. He has successfully penetrated the IT sector, fostering client and stakeholder relationships across the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. Fluent in English and Spanish, Ezequiel is a seasoned recruitment professional aiming to continue building stories while supporting his clients and candidates.

David Ferreira

David Ferreira

Portugal

David Ferreira has over 20 years of experience in the talent selection and consultancy sector, and is recognised as a specialist in delivering first-class talent and services in Portugal. His market knowledge and expertise were key factors in his appointment to lead the company’s operations in the Portuguese market, driving the growth of Robert Walters in Portugal while also strengthening relationships with clients and candidates, in order to foster innovation and excellence in our services.

Karina Sebti

Karina Sebti

France

Graduated from KEDGE Business School, Karina began her career as a Senior Risk Management Consultant with Dun and Bradstreet. Over a period of ten years, she held the positions of Associate Director and Managing Director within major firms, developing her expertise in financial engineering and interim management. She joined Robert Walters in 2004, where she supported its development by creating the Interim Management division in France, of which she is now Managing Director.

Lucy Bisset

Lucy Bisset

United Kingdom

Lucy completed her studies at the University of Sheffield before kickstarting her career in recruitment as a Senior Consultant in IT. Prior to joining Robert Walters she fulfilled the post of Division Manager in Accounting Operations at another high-profile recruitment firm, overseeing a team recruiting non-qualified staff. Joining Robert Walters in 2011, Lucy worked her way up the ranks starting as a Manager, proceeding to Associate Director before going on to head up the entire arm of Robert Walters North. With 20 years’ experience she now leads a team of over 50 including Interim Management specialists.

Nicole Faboumy

Nicole Faboumy

Africa

Graduated from Paris Dauphine University, Nicole has worked for more than 20 years in Audit and Financial Management in international companies in France and England. Nicole joined Robert Walters in 2017 and advises companies of all sizes to hire experts in operational and capital finance management, with experience in strategic projects (M&A, restucturing, transformation, etc.). As Head of Interim Management Africa, Nicole consults African private and public companies as well as international companies with African branches.

Ozlem Simsek

Ozlem Simsek

Belgium

Graduated from Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Solvay Business School of Economics and Management, Özlem began her career as a Deputy Advisor at FOD Binnenlandse Zaken, followed by a recruitment role at an international firm. In 2005, she joined Robert Walters as a Senior Consultant and launched the temporary recruitment division. She has been overseeing all divisions as Managing Director in Belgium since 2018 and, in 2023, also became the Managing Director for Switzerland.

Quintin de Koning

Quintin de Koning

Netherlands

Quintin graduated in Business Economics and began his career as a Financial Advisor at Rabobank. In 2010, he joined Robert Walters as a consultant in the Permanent Finance Division. After a few years, he transitioned to interim, where he continued to excel and eventually grew into the role of Director for both Permanent and Interim Recruitment. Quintin is known for his resilience, efficiency, and direct communication, which have been key factors in his successful career progression.

Thomas Hoffmann

Thomas Hoffmann

Germany

Thomas began his recruitment career immediately after completing his studies in business law with a focus on HR in 2005. Since then, he has gained a deep understanding of the personnel market and recruitment of specialists and executives, both in permanent positions and on an interim basis, in various roles. Thomas currently serves as Managing Director Germany and assists companies in filling highly specialized positions with interim experts, drawing on nearly 20 years of experience. 

Gilles’ story

Discover how Gilles, an expert in risk and compliance, launched his interim management career through a challenging cross-border assignment in France and Algeria.


 

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Sectors driving the rise in interim management

Interim management is set to remain a strategic priority for many Belgian companies. According to recent research by global talent solutions specialist Robert Walters, no less than 65% of Belgian employers plan to hire an interim manager this year. Demand is particularly strong in healthcare & pharm

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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. Particularly in the current labour market, Anthony van de Ven, Consultant Interim Management at international recruitment specialist Robert Walters, says that organi

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8 misunderstandings about working as an Interim Manager

For senior professionals who have felt stuck in their permanent jobs for a while, a switch to an interim management position can be a great opportunity. However, the interim management division at recruitment specialist Robert Walters has noticed that many senior professionals often have the wrong i

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FAQs

International interim management involves experienced, highly qualified professionals to temporarily fill key positions within companies or their subsidiaries around the world. These assignments often take place in contexts of transformation, growth, restructuring or crisis, or when external expertise is needed to resolve complex situations or fill a strategic vacancy.

Areas we often recruit for international interim management assignments include:

  • General management
  • Accounting & tax
  • Finance
  • Banking & financial services
  • Operations
  • Human resources
  • Change & transformation management

43% of our international assignments has a length between 6 and 12 months. In long-term assignments, interim managers often fulfil a very crucial strategic role. They provide temporary support and also contribute to structural changes. 

We are able to help you decide the ideal duration of your assignment, and to precisely identify the profile of the interim manager to fulfil it.

The cost of an international interim manager depends on the following factors: The candidate's expertise and profile; the sector in which he or she operates; the complexity and duration of the assignment.

To find out more about average rates of international interim managers in the European region, download our European Interim Management Guide.