Interim HR recruitment
If you’re in search of an interim HR position or considering interim recruitment for your company, we’re here to assist you throughout the recruitment journey, spanning all seniority levels and sectors, globally.
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Exceptional HR interims, exactly when you need them
What is interim HR? Interim HR refers to temporary/short-term and fixed term contracts human resources (HR) services, that are provided by a HR professional. This professional will be hired on a temporary basis for numerous reasons from maternity cover, to manage specific HR projects and initiatives, cover staff absences, address specific HR challenges or provide expertise during transitional periods such as mergers or restructuring.
How do I hire an interim professional?
The first step is to define the purpose of YOUR interim role. What specific business needs does that interim hire need to address? What projects will they support? Then, clarify how long you expect to need interim support for, and what skills they’ll need to bring to the role. Our interim team can help you define the kind of professional support you need.
How do I secure an interim job?
There are several things you can do straight away to set you up for interim roles, from updating your CV and LinkedIn profile to learning how to showcase your transferable skills. A combination of networking, skill building, proactive job searching and using a quality interim recruiter will all be valuable assets.
we’ve placed thousands of interim HR PROFessionals
From HR Administrators to Interim HR Directors, we help a wide range of professionals find their next interim role. Recent examples include:
| Interim HR Director Private equity | HR Officer Investment Banking | HR Associate Investment management | HR Advisor Design manufacturer |
| ER Advisor Engineering and construction | Interim Recruitment Specialist Private asset growth investors | People Partner Charity | Interim HR Manager Freight and cargo service |
| Head of HR Fashion | Learning System Specalist Energy | Senior HR Generalist Bank | HR Administrator Education |
What are the benefits to hiring an interim HR professional?
- Bridge gaps in leadership
- Specialised expertise
- Manage periods of high workload
- Objective outsider perspective
- Cost-effectiveness
What are the benefits of working in an interim position?
- Diverse experience
- Skill enhancement
- Networking opportunities
- Flexibility and autonomy
- Fast career progression
Frequently asked questions
Will working an interim role hurt my career?
No. Working in an interim position can have many benefits, such as working in different sized companies and industries gaining you knowledge and exposure in a variety of sectors, networking opportunities, a quick pathway in career progression, flexibility and autonomy and a chance to enhance your skillset through diverse experiences You will get the opportunity make an impact in a shorter space of time, which in some cases can lead to great opportunities or even a permanent role.
Would a permanent position be better?
There isn’t really a definitive answer as this all depends on the person. A permanent role may suit some, and not others. Many enjoy the flexibility that an interim role offers, especially when thinking about life outside of work, but one thing that is great to know is that you can always try an interim role, and step back into a permanent if it isn’t quite the right fit for you.
Is it easy to obtain references to move to a permanent HR role?
Yes, our team can help support this. But by working in interim positions, you will be able to have references from a wider selection of companies, sectors and seniority levels – meaning you can have more specific orientated references when applying for our next role.
Does it matter if I’ve never worked in an interim role?
No. If you’ve been working in permanent roles, you’ll likely have a lot of great technical and people skills that will be directly transferrable to an interim position.
How many hours/weeks per year would I be expected to work?
The simple answer is that this is completely down to you. A great benefit to interim work is the flexibility it can offer – you can pick and choose which roles to take and therefore know the length of the contracts/projects that you will take on.
What are good questions to ask the company when in an interim HR interview?
Some key points to ask will be ”What is the goal of the interim appointment?’, ‘What level of authority will I have in the interim role?’ and ‘Are there plans to make the position permanent?’, For further questions, speak to one of our interim HR experts who will be happy to offer their support
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Why Frazer Jones?
Headquartered in the City of London, we’re a trusted and proven interim recruiter, with a reputation for delivering exceptional hires in remarkably short timeframes – who can help you with your job search or hiring needs on a global basis.
Our interim recruitment team are packed with years of expertise, are highly skilled at finding interim leaders and consultants who can drive your business forward.
If you’re looking for effective solutions to your HR challenges, then discover our interim HR solutions where flexibility meets expertise to drive your organisation’s success. At Frazer Jones, we specialise in providing interim HR professionals who seamlessly integrate into your team, offering immediate impact and sustainable results.
We recruit interim contractors in every sector, including technology, media and telecommunications, retail, government and non-profit, healthcare, insurance, banking and financial services, consumer, legal, pharmaceuticals, and many more. We also work with companies of every shape and size, from start-ups and scale-ups through to multinationals in remote, hybrid working and full-time working environments.
Our dedicated consultants will be able to provide you with the best end-to-end recruitment process, supporting every seniority level. They are able to offer support from CV advice and tips, securing you the right pay for your position (depending on your job type) and whether based on an annum or day rate, providing you with feedback at every stage of your candidate experience. We support on roles from interim HR Advisors, Interim HR Business Partners to HR Generalist, HRBP, HR Assistant and Officers.
And regardless of whether you simply need ad hoc support or consulting and advisory expertise to help transform your HR department, we have the global reach and candidate networks to make it possible.
Benefits
Our global footprint
We hire everywhere in the world through a network of international offices, offering greater reach when it’s needed most. From London, Birmingham and Manchester in the United Kingdom to Germany, BeNelux and Italy in Europe, through to Asia, Australia and the United States
A structured process
Through events and networking, as well access to some of the best HR roles in the world, our candidate pipeline networks are renowned – and help us to engage those uniquely qualified people who might not be looking for a new role
Our enviable track record
We believe that regular communication is critical. From weekly progress reports to market maps of target profiles, we will remain aligned on your goals at every stage
Our candidate networks
Through events and networking, as well access to some of the best HR roles in the world, our candidate pipeline networks are renowned – and help us to engage those uniquely qualified people who might not be looking for a new role
Our progressive mindset
We are passionate about empowering workplaces, and we’re not afraid to challenge traditional thinking
