Recruit the Right Interim Director
Appointing the right Interim Director can be one of the most strategic decisions a business makes during a time of transition, transformation, or uncertainty. Whether you’re responding to a leadership gap, delivering a critical project, or steering through organisational change, an interim leader provides the senior-level stability and direction needed to keep performance on track.
At Adderleys, we understand that interim appointments aren’t just about filling a gap — they’re about solving immediate problems with experienced, capable hands. With experts like Oliver Adderley guiding the process, you can secure an interim leader who delivers impact from day one and supports long-term business continuity.
Oliver Adderley
Managing Director, Adderleys Executive Search
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Tel: 0207 874 7204
Email: oja@adderleys.com
With over two decades of executive recruitment experience, Oliver Adderley is a trusted advisor to organisations navigating change. His track record in interim appointments spans sectors and disciplines, helping clients quickly identify senior professionals who deliver results at pace.
Whether you’re looking for a stabilising presence, transformation expertise, or a leadership bridge during a critical phase, Oliver ensures you gain access to interim leaders who can meet the moment and exceed expectations.
The Value of the Right Interim Director
An effective Interim Director brings clarity, pace, and results. They are seasoned professionals who quickly embed themselves within an organisation, assess challenges objectively, and implement solutions without the need for prolonged onboarding or internal alignment. Their remit may include stabilising operations, supporting underperforming teams, leading urgent change programmes, or preparing the organisation for its next permanent appointment.
Interims often operate in complex and high-pressure environments — offering the calm, decisive leadership required to reassure stakeholders and keep the business focused on outcomes. Whether the challenge is operational, strategic, cultural, or regulatory, the right Interim Director will ensure the organisation maintains momentum and delivers results during a critical period.
Why Choose Adderleys?
At Adderleys, we specialise in identifying high-impact interim leaders across a range of disciplines, including operations, transformation, finance, customer experience, technology, HR, and commercial strategy. We understand the urgency behind interim appointments, but also the importance of cultural fit, credibility, and competence.
Our approach combines:
Access to a UK-wide network of proven interim executives
Rapid shortlisting without compromising quality or rigour
Deep insight into candidate leadership style and situational experience
Support through onboarding, stakeholder engagement, and early delivery milestones
We work across a wide range of sectors — including professional services, not-for-profit, housing, healthcare, financial services, and industry — and bring a strong understanding of the differing leadership demands across organisational types.
Interim Today, Strategy Tomorrow
In many assignments, the interim director may also become a candidate for the permanent position. At Adderleys, we work closely with clients to ensure that interim leadership is aligned with long-term business needs — whether that means facilitating a smooth transition to a permanent appointee or supporting a full executive search if a broader market review is preferred.
Where an interim ultimately takes on the permanent role, we offer transparent, fair fee structures with full credit of the interim fee toward the permanent appointment — supporting both continuity and value.