Skip to main content

Interim recruitment
immediate impact

Our interim recruitment solutions focus on delivering high-calibre interim talent, right when you need it.

Get in touch

Adaptable

Interim roles often mean stepping into dynamic or challenging environments, frequently with incomplete information or shifting priorities. Professionals must quickly understand new organisational cultures, processes, and stakeholder expectations, and be able to adjust their approach and strategies on the fly to meet evolving demands.

Strategic Thinking

Interim professionals are typically brought in to address specific problems, manage crises, or drive particular initiatives. They need to be adept at diagnosing complex issues, developing actionable strategies, and implementing solutions effectively, often under pressure and with limited historical context. They must be able to see the bigger picture whilst also focusing on immediate deliverables.

Results Oriented

Interims are hired for a defined period with a clear mandate to achieve specific outcomes. Their success is measured by their ability to deliver tangible results within the agreed timeframe. This requires strong project management skills, a focus on execution, and the ability to drive progress and hold themselves and others accountable to the defined objectives.

Stakeholder Management

Unlike permanent hires who have a longer runway to integrate, interims need to hit the ground running. This requires the ability to quickly grasp the project’s objectives, understand the political landscape, identify key stakeholders, and build rapport and trust rapidly. Effective communication and influencing skills are crucial to gain buy-in and gather necessary information.

Commerciality

Interim professionals are often brought in to improve business performance, manage costs, or identify new revenue streams. They need a strong understanding of commercial drivers, market dynamics, and financial implications to make sound decisions that contribute to the client’s bottom line. This includes being able to quickly assess business cases, understand profit and loss, and identify areas for efficiency or growth.

The right skills when it matters most

Transforming challenges into opportunities is no mean feat. With the right interim skillset, you can navigate change, drive your projects forward, and achieve your goals.

Seamlessly bridge your talent gaps with interim professionals.
Get in touch
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |
GOVERNANCE   –   Compliance, Credit Risk, Financial Crime & Fraud, Legal, Risk Management   |   FINANCE   –   The full spectrum of qualified accountant, finance, and audit roles   |   OPERATIONS   –   Business Change & Transformation, Customer Contact, Operations & Strategy   |   INSURANCE   –   All levels of Actuarial professionals as well as customer-facing insurance roles   |

Interim hires for critical moments

We’re your go-to partners in managing change and seizing opportunities. We go beyond filling temporary gaps, strategically providing high-calibre interim professionals who not only address your urgent needs but are also poised to drive critical projects, deliver rapid results, and transition seamlessly.

Let’s pinpoint the expertise that will fill your interim gaps.

Submit a Vacancy

Committed, knowledgeable and passionate about the support they provide. Take time to understand the requirements of our business but also offer suggestions in line with the market.

Hayley - Recruitment CoordinatorChetwood Financial
MERJE Executive Talent | The go-to alternative for executive search needs in the Financial Services industry

Why choose MERJE

250

years of experience in the team

63

of 2024 placements were candidates of under-represented groups

83

multiple hire rate

Access to hidden talent

A network of professionals built over decades. Established relationships with talented individuals who aren’t active in the job market but could still be interested in your role.

Serious about D&I

Employing an array of tools, techniques, and expertise to deliver diverse shortlists and address under-representation in the industry.

Dedicated to your goals

Your success is our success. We’re focused on delivering the service and candidates that are right for you, not pushing irrelevant CVs or unnecessary costs.

Expertise you can bank on

We’re honest, consultative experts. Not only will we advise the best strategy, but we’ll tell you if it’s not something we have expertise in.

Looking for something else?

Here are some quick links to help you discover everything you need to know about our expertise...

Specialisms

Meet the Experts

Sectors

Submit a Vacancy