Interim CEO/General Manager

As the company's main driver, the interim manager Chief Executive Officer (CEO ) is responsible for developing and implementing strategy, making decisions, managing operations and representing the company to its stakeholders.

Role of the Interim CEO/General Manager

The tasks of the interim manager CEO may vary according to the size, structure and sector of activity of the company. Here's a detailed overview of its main missions:

  • Defining vision and strategy: the interim manager CEO is responsible for defining the company's long-term vision and developing a strategy to achieve the set objectives;
  • Strategic decision-making: the interim manager CEO takes crucial decisions for the company, such as major investments, mergers and acquisitions or diversification;
  • Operations management: the interim manager CEO oversees the company's day-to-day operations to ensure that they are aligned with the global strategy (coordinating the company's various functions, from production to sales, marketing and human resources);
  • Financial management: the interim manager CEO is responsible for the company's financial health, including overseeing budgeting, managing financial risks, and finding sources of financing where necessary;
  • HR management: the interim manager CEO plays a key role in the selection and management of the executive team, ensuring the development of talent within the company;
  • Social and ethical responsibility: the interim manager CEO must ensure that the company acts ethically and responsibly, taking into account the impact of its activities on society and the environment;
  • Communication and representation: the interim manager CEO represents the company to shareholders, partners, customers, the media and the general public.

In short, the interim manager CEO leads the company towards the achievement of its strategic objectives, making crucial decisions, building positive relationships and ensuring the company's growth and sustainability.

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Skills and experience required

  • Leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Effective communication
  • Sector understanding and market knowledge

Personal qualities required

  • Integrity and ethics
  • Resilience
  • Stress management

The missions of the Interim CEO/General Manager

  • Define and execute corporate strategy
  • Optimizing operations and performance
  • Strengthening corporate culture

Advantages of using an Interim CEO/General Manager

  • Experienced leadership
  • Strategic direction
  • Global responsibility

Examples of Interim CEO/General Manager

  • Financial turnaround: intervene to stabilize finances, identify growth opportunities, and realign financial strategy to ensure long-term profitability.
  • Post-merger integration: orchestrate the harmonious integration of two merged entities, aligning teams and optimizing synergies to guarantee post-merger success.
  • Digital transition: lead digital transformation, from strategy to implementation, adopting innovative technologies to increase operational efficiency and competitiveness.
  • Market repositioning: identify new market opportunities, develop a repositioning strategy, and implement initiatives to improve competitive position.

How to recruit an Interim CEO/General Manager

This first step involves specifying the objectives to be achieved and the skills, experience and qualities required. This step is essential to establish a precise roadmap for the future CEO of interim.

Once you’ve defined your needs, post your vacancy on online job boards or call on the services of a firm specializing in interim management. This proactive approach ensures that we select the experts best suited to your business context.

This assessment phase goes beyond technical skills and explores how past skills can be applied to meet your company’s challenges. The aim is to ensure a perfect match between the skills of the interim CEO and your needs.

Personal qualities include interpersonal skills, stress management and adaptability. These qualities are essential to the success of the interim CEO’s mission.

This stage validates the candidate’s background, professional reputation and track record of performance in similar contexts.

This agreement specifies the objectives to be achieved, the duration of the mission and the financial terms, guaranteeing a mutual understanding of expectations and commitments.

To ensure a smooth transition, facilitate the interim CEO’s integration into the corporate environment by providing all the necessary resources. Consider regular follow-up to ensure that the CEO is fully integrated into the company’s ecosystem.

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