FAQ for Interim Managers

We work exclusively with proven executives who:

• Have strong leadership experience at C-level or senior management
• Have successfully led people, projects, and operations in complex organisations
• Can demonstrate measurable results from change, transformation, or turnaround assignments
• Communicate with impact and build trust and followership quickly
• Operate with independence, objectivity, and speed

You must be self-employed and able to invoice Nextt & Mason for the work performed during assignments.

We expect professionalism, ownership, and the ability to deliver impact fast.You represent both yourself and the Nextt & Mason brand — and we expect you to:

• Take full ownership from day one
• Lead with confidence and integrity
• Build trust and engage employees quickly
• Communicate clearly with management, boards, and teams
• Deliver measurable results within agreed scope and timeframe

We value leaders who lead through people, not position.

We view our collaboration as a true partnership — built on trust, respect, and clarity.

We provide:

• Access to a strong and curated client network across industries and markets
• Business-critical assignments that match your experience and leadership profile
• A fair and simple standard agreement that defines our collaboration and ensures transparency
• Personal support and sparring throughout your assignment

We only present you for assignments where you can truly create impact.

Companies turn to interim managers when they need to drive change — often when the stakes are high.

This can include:

• Turnaround or crisis situations, where decisive action and experience are critical
• Growth and expansion, where organisations need leadership to scale fast
• Gap management, when a key leader leaves and a strong interim is needed until a permanent solution is in place

Interim managers bring an objective perspective, deep experience, and a strong results focus.They act fast, deliver quality, and often create more value — at a lower cost — than traditional management consultants.

Assignments usually range from 6 to 9 months, with the possibility of extension if both the client and interim manager agree.
Some projects are shorter — lasting just a few weeks — while others extend beyond 12 months.

The average duration is currently around eight months and increasing as assignments grow in complexity.

When you submit your CV or professional profile to Nextt & Mason:

1. You’ll receive a short questionnaire to complete — covering your background, experience, and preferred types of assignments.
2. Our team reviews your CV and responses to determine if your profile fits our leadership network.
3. If accepted, you become part of our exclusive network of pre-qualified interim leaders.

We will contact you when suitable assignments arise that match your skills, experience, and availability.

Your CV should be clear, concise, and results-focused — ideally no more than three pages.We recommend highlighting:

• Your key leadership positions and results from the past 5 years
• Assignments or projects involving transformation, turnaround, or change management
• Specific responsibilities and achievements that demonstrate measurable impact

Personal details, hobbies, or family background are less relevant — focus instead on leadership, execution, and outcomes.

When a new interim role becomes available, we send a brief to our closed network of pre-qualified interim managers.The email includes key facts, scope, and basic conditions.

You can then indicate your interest and availability.Based on responses — often at short notice — we select a small group of suitable candidates for a confidential meeting.During the meeting, we review the company context, assignment details, and expectations.

Nextt & Mason typically presents two to three top candidates to the client.The client usually makes a decision immediately after the interviews, and you will know shortly thereafter if you are selected.

We match assignments based on:

• Leadership experience and functional expertise
• Industry background and cultural fit
• Availability and timing

If your profile matches a client need, we brief you directly.After confirming your interest, we present your profile to the client.When the client selects you, we finalise terms and ensure a fast start.

Speed, precision, and professionalism are key to every match.

Assignments cover a wide range of leadership challenges, including:

• Transformation and change leadership
• Turnaround and crisis management
• Post-merger integration
• Growth acceleration and performance improvement
• Gap management — stepping in between permanent hires

Each project is unique — but all share one common trait: the need for immediate, results-driven leadership.

You will invoice Nextt & Mason directly for your work, based on the agreed terms.All conditions — including fees, time frame, and responsibilities — are defined before project start.

We operate under a transparent, fair standard agreement that forms the foundation for our collaboration.It ensures mutual trust, clarity, and respect throughout the assignment.

You’ll have a dedicated contact at Nextt & Mason throughout your engagement.We provide:

• Ongoing dialogue and sparring
• Clarification of scope or expectations if needed
• Feedback and follow-up during and after the assignment

We stay close, so you can stay focused.

You can update your details at any time by sending us your new CV or using the update form on our website.We encourage regular updates — especially if you complete new assignments, gain new experience, or change availability.

Interim management is not for everyone.It’s for leaders who thrive on variety, change, and results.

It suits those who:

• Prefer independence over hierarchy
• Enjoy leading in new contexts and complex challenges
• Communicate clearly and inspire trust fast
• Find satisfaction in creating tangible impact — not just strategy

If you prefer stability, predictability, or long-term structure, interim leadership might not be the right fit.But if you want to lead where it matters most — this is your arena.

Because we stand for Instant Leadership in Times of Change.We combine decades of experience in matching exceptional leaders with business-critical challenges.

Our promise is simple:We move fast. We act with precision.And we represent leaders who deliver impact from day one.