Interim Solutions that deliver change and sustainability
A great leader’s absence is quickly felt, making the search for an effective temporary replacement essential. Equally important is identifying the right moment to bring in interim talent to inspire meaningful change.
Advantages
Our Approach
Our Services
Quality Assurance
Sectors and Expertise
Our Process
Case Studies
Testimonials
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At HW Interim Solutions, we match talented and experienced interim and change management executives with PLCs, large private companies, SMEs and private equity-backed organisations, in the UK and around the world. We utilise our extensive network of proven interims to find leaders who can step in at short notice to lead the business, or be the catalyst for transformation.
What are the Advantages to Interim Management?
As an organisation, you might need to find a capable interim executive to fill a gap caused by an extended absence, or to transfer much-needed knowledge and skills to your team that provides the necessary impetus for change.
Whatever you’re looking for, finding the right person is critical.
Our clients are increasingly using interims on a flexible resource basis, introducing them into their organisations for a few months at a time to lead and guide their teams through periods of challenge or change, and to generate enhanced value for both the business and the bottom line.
We will appoint a professional executive who will share their knowledge and experience amongst the team, so that when they depart, they leave behind an educated capability.
Our Approach
Adopting the same principles as our executive search business, we can provide senior interim resource solutions within tight timeframes.
- Ongoing market intelligence and mapping.
- A highly experienced in-house resource function with extensive expertise in their sectors.
- A substantial portfolio of seasoned interim professionals established over 15+ years.
- A continuous approach to candidate engagement, qualification, candidate referencing and management to ensure a quick turnaround of quality and high calibre interim candidates.
Our Services
Consultancy
We offer a professional service where specialists collaborate with organisations to identify challenges, develop tailored strategies, and implement solutions in areas such as talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organisational development. This service emphasises delivering expert insights and actionable recommendations to drive business success.
Managed Solutions
An end-to-end recruitment and workforce management service that assumes responsibility for specific hiring processes or entire talent acquisition functions. This approach ensures efficiency, compliance, and scalability, allowing organisations to focus on their core business goals.
Resource Augmentation and SME Expertise
The process of supplementing an organisation’s workforce with skilled professionals or subject matter experts (SMEs) on a temporary or project basis. This model provides flexibility, access to niche expertise, and agility in responding to short-term needs or specialised requirements.
Bespoke Solutions
Our tailored recruitment and workforce strategies are designed to meet the unique needs of an organisation. These solutions address specific challenges or objectives, offering personalised approaches that align with the company’s culture, goals, and operational demands.
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Flexible hiring solutions can address specific talent gaps or ensure business continuity providing a faster alternative to traditional recruitment, ideal for defined time frames or project-based needs. Fractional recruitment also allows organisations to trial new roles without long-term commitment, adapting to evolving circumstances.
Engagement options include Day Rates (Inside / Outside IR35 / Statement of Work), Fractional Assignments, and Fixed Term Contracts.
Quality Assurance
Recognised by our associates as the go-to organisation for the best, most challenging and rewarding opportunities in the market and by our clients for being relied upon to consistently deliver high calibre resource solutions regardless of scale, location or timeline.
We pride ourselves on our enduring relationships resulting in a high percentage of extensions and redeployments. This approach is not complicated, we stay in touch on a regular basis, deal quickly with issues, provide guidance and support as requested and as an absolute priority make sure payments to our associates are accurate and on time. This forms the principles of our Associate Care Mandate and is reflected in the testimonials from our long-term associates.
Our knowledge of our sectors is exceptional, and our team of Directors, Researchers and support functions have a combined experience of more than 250 years in delivering skilled interim solutions.
We have kept pace with the changing trends in the industry, keeping us ahead of key skills requirements through developing networks of highly capable professionals. Our ability to stay relevant and respond quickly has seen our client base grow from our core traditional Financial Institutions to Consumer, Retail, FMCG, Technology, Challenger Brands, Mutuals and Fintech organisations across the UK.
Our dedicated Compliance Function is supported by our Group Financial Controller and Client Relationship Managers covering all aspects of Associate Due Diligence, Finance, On-boarding and Associate Care:
- All associates are referenced prior to presentation to ensure their capabilities and culture match your needs appropriately.
- All associates are interviewed by our Client Delivery Lead and Directors.
- Prior to commencing, we can provide additional referencing including credit and/or criminal checks if required.
- During engagement we continue to engage with associates monthly to ensure that objectives are being met and any issues are identified.
- During the engagement we will continue to meet to provide feedback from associates sessions and understand if your program objectives are on track.
- We will provide a service level agreement encompassing the above and monthly reporting as required.
Sectors and Expertise
We bring a wealth of expertise across multiple sectors, delivering tailored talent solutions and transformative leadership to organisations worldwide.
By drawing on deep industry insights and a broad network of experienced professionals, we provide exceptional interim executives and change management specialists to help businesses navigate challenges, drive growth, and achieve strategic objectives.
Our multi-sector capabilities:
Consumer
Partnering with leading consumer-focused brands across consumer products, and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), we place senior leaders who excel in temporary assignments and change management projects.
Retail, Apparel & Luxury Goods
Our services extend to department stores, supermarkets, direct-to-consumer and eTailers, convenience stores, fashion brands, and retailers of all sizes.
Financial Services
We specialise in supporting banks, fintech’s and a wide range of financial institutions by providing expert talent to manage transitions, navigate regulatory changes, and lead large-scale transformations. Our focus is on delivering impactful leadership that drives growth, innovation, and operational excellence in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Collaborating with businesses across manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain to identify leaders capable of managing complexity and delivering operational excellence. Our proven track record of success across industries ensures that we can meet the unique needs of your organisation, no matter the sector. With a focus on delivering impact-driven leadership, we empower businesses to achieve their goals and stay ahead in an ever-changing landscape.
Energy & Utilities
We deliver expert talent to energy and utility companies, equipping them to navigate the complexities of industry transformation, regulatory compliance, and sustainability demands. From driving decarbonisation initiatives to managing operational challenges, we provide leadership that makes an impact in this vital sector.
Other Sectors
We provide interim solutions support for a broad mix of industrial clients across a range of geographies and disciplines, from FTSE 100 and Fortune 200 businesses to privately owned companies.
Multi-Disciplinary Expertise
Our approach is built on the foundation of cross-functional expertise, enabling us to deliver exceptional talent and leadership solutions across a wide range of business disciplines. Whether addressing immediate challenges, driving transformation, or supporting long-term strategic goals, we connect organisations with proven leaders who excel in their fields.
Our multi-disciplinary capabilities include:
- Technology and Digital Transformation
- Cyber Security
- Data Analytics
- Sustainability
- Finance
- Risk and Compliance
- Operations
- People Strategy
- Marketing
Our Process
We are commited to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.
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Case Studies
Testimonials
HW are first class. We first worked together when they approached me regarding a Programme Director role for a large transformation programme. Throughout the recruitment process the communication was spot on and they were meticulous and personable in their approach, plus their knowledge of the role was refreshing and very helpful. I was successful for the role and one year in it feels like a good fit. We have also since worked together on my team recruitment which has also gone well. I would definitely recommend HW Interim Solutions, and we will hopefully continue to work together in the future.
Interim Transformation Director- N Brown
The Interim Solutions team are a joy to work with. They take the time to truly understand their client’s needs and styles and work just as hard to represent people who would be a great fit. The team are some of the best recruiters I’ve worked with in my career, and I would recommend them to anyone. They will absolutely find the best people for your needs.
Director of Business Transformation- Yorkshire Building Society
I’ve been working with HW for a number of years and find the service and approach second to none. They take time to understand the needs of the client, normally via a series of 1:1 conversations. After they have understood what the client is looking for, HW begins an extensive search, identifying potential candidates. Through the process HW keep in contact with the candidates ensuring they are kept up to date with progress of the role and ensuring they are comfortable with how things are going. This attentiveness isn’t something I’ve seen with others, and I feel this sets HW way above the rest and makes sure the right candidates are found. Even after finding the right candidate, HW checks in regularly with both candidate and client to ensure everything is working. My interactions with the HW team have always been brilliant, and I would highly recommend using them.
Head of Transformation Delivery- Cumberland Building Society
Working as a candidate and, latterly as an associate, with the HW Interim team has been such a refreshingly positive experience. A highly personable, friendly and engaging yet professional approach is beautifully paired with tenacity and advocacy on my behalf. I feel they have taken the time to really get to know me, as a person and as a professional, and they have then been purposeful, pragmatic and persuasive in making the right introductions to the right people at the right time, overlaid with the right market insight, to help me make the right career decisions. A great partnership
Senior HR Consultant- Multiple Clients
The team at HW were superb throughout, taking the time to understand my personal goals and exactly what I was looking for in my next career move. HW invested heavily in taking the time to really bring the role to life, as well as the culture of the business – ensuring I was well briefed and well prepared. Throughout the selection process they provided timely support and helpful feedback at every stage, ensuring everything ran smoothly, culminating in a positive outcome and an exciting new role.
Interim Chief Marketing Officer- Skipton Building Society
The Interim Solutions team put their clients first and foremost, front and centre. They have an easy style, which allow them to get the best from their candidates and really understand the client needs. It is a genuine interest, backed by unrivalled knowledge of the local market and contacts…lots of them. They always deliver on their promises and go above the expectation. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending HW. You will not be disappointed.
