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Interim Operations Managers who drive the business forward

When your whole business is facing changes, a temporary leadership gap, or rapidly growing demands, you need leadership that can take charge right away. An interim operations manager takes full responsibility for operations, staff, and finances with zero ramp-up time, making sure things keep running smoothly even when conditions shift. Operations managers step into tricky situations and quickly get a handle on both the current state and the path forward. It's all about building trust, structuring the big picture, and keeping an eye on the details. The right leadership, at the right time, truly makes all the difference.

150+ successful interim assignments completed

Tailored process, transparent partnership, and an exclusive network of interim leaders

“I'm really proud of our strong network of interim consultants – we respond quickly, accurately, and with clear, transparent pricing.”

Michael Gabrielsson, Partner
Scandinavian Executive

Why hire an operations manager through us?

Real-world experience

We work with operations managers who've actually held similar responsibilities. They've led change, dealt with high staff turnover, stuck to budgets, and worked under pressure from all sides. That's why they can jump in, take charge, and keep things moving fast.

No unnecessary steps – just the right person, fast.

We quickly pinpoint your needs and filter through our network of over 8,000 consultants. Within just a few days, we'll present three to four qualified candidates, all under confidentiality. There's no upfront cost, and you'll have full transparency into our fee structure.

Focused support from day one to the very end.

You'll have the same contact person supporting the assignment all the way through, offering help whenever needed. Once the assignment is complete, new routines, follow-up tools, and workflows are usually in place, continuing to provide value.

Why hire us?

When companies grow fast, leadership needs can change overnight. An interim manager is a flexible solution that ensures operations continue to run smoothly, no matter the challenges.

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Hire an interim consultant

If you have an urgent need for a project or a permanent role, an interim consultant can fill a crucial gap.

Over 150 successfully completed assignments

Fill the gap with an interim operations manager.

Peace of mind for your organization.

When a role is vacant, your operations risk losing momentum. An interim manager ensures stability, clear communication, and effective daily management, so things keep moving forward.

Control in every direction.

The consultant quickly gets up to speed on your organization's structure, goals, and resources. What's working gets support, and what's lacking is prioritized in a straightforward action plan with clear owners and timelines. This way, your operations can improve while business keeps running smoothly.

Results and relationships, hand in hand.

Our managers lead larger teams and many stakeholders. They create work environments where both performance and well-being thrive, ensuring your organization not only delivers but also feels good.

The recruitment process

Our recruitment process is quick, smooth, and tailored to your needs. We make sure you get the right candidate fast, thanks to a clear requirement profile and efficient selection.

1. Assignment Description & Goals

We carefully listen to your expectations, goals, and current situation. A role description or job advertisement can be used as a basis, and we'll also conduct a structured interview with the client.

2. Candidate Search within Our Network

Around 20 suitable candidates are selected and contacted. We then conduct interviews with the relevant and available consultants we find, based on the assignment description.

3. Quality Assurance

The best 3-4 candidates are presented to the client within 1-3 days. We then have a check-in with the client to plan the selection and next steps.

4. Interview with Client – Background Check

The client conducts their interviews, any internal tests, and a final senior-level interview. References are taken if needed, and a background check can be performed on the final candidate.

5. Contract

An agreement outlining the length and scope of the assignment is drafted, always with transparent pricing so both the client and consultant know how the fee is distributed. We always pay 80% of the fee to the consultant. If the client is not satisfied, the contract can be terminated with a maximum of one month's notice.

6. Assignment Commences

During the assignment, we keep in regular contact with both the client and the consultant to catch any questions or feedback needed for a successful collaboration.

7. Wrap-up – potential employment

The assignment wraps up as per the agreement, or if the goal was employment and both parties are on board, it turns into a recruitment. The recruitment fee gets lower the longer the assignment has been going on.

Experience with personnel management and scheduling.

Quick understanding, fast delivery.

The manager quickly assesses the situation, prioritizes what impacts operations and quality, and takes charge from day one. Decisions are based on facts like key performance indicators, staffing levels, and agreed service levels, which speeds up results.

Communication that builds trust.

Plans are anchored across all levels – up, down, and sideways. Employees get involved, management receives clear reports, and collaboration with other departments runs smoothly.

Comprehensive responsibility, with an eye on the details.

Daily operations and long-term development are integrated. Budgets and goals are tracked, while the manager stays close to the business, picking up on what happens day-to-day.

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Michael Gabrielsson

Partner and Co-owner