The rise of Interim C-suite roles, more than just a trend.
Whether it’s part-time, portfolio, fractional or even for 12 months hiring an interim C-suite executive is no longer viewed as just a stopgap measure.
I’ve long stopped splitting the talent pool into ‘perm vs non-perm’. Now it’s much more about who’s available and wants the extra flexibility, because while at one time it was unusual for someone to be a full time employee and move to an interim role, that’s no longer true.
This is a more common request with Seed and Series A clients who are very open to this arrangement. That’s because bringing in an experienced C-suite hire for two or three days a week gets you expertise without blowing the budget.
Here’s my thoughts on the pros and cons of this kind of arrangement:
The upside for businesses
Try before you buy, means you can de-risk a senior hire before committing full-time
Access to experience you couldn’t otherwise afford
Flexibility to scale a function fast
Speed to hire. People are immediately available and can start within weeks
Specialised expertise
The benefits for the individual
Tax advantages through a consulting arrangement.
Flexibility around family, travel and work-life balance
Maximum earning potential with a full calendar of projects
Reduced office politics
The ability to work across multiple businesses at once
Freedom to choose projects and take extended breaks
A swing towards a freelancer C-suite economy
I can see a huge swing towards a freelancer C-suite economy across marketing, operations, finance and software.
Get in touch
And if you’re hiring for interim roles, DM me because I have a number of available candidates who request this kind of arrangement.