European Interim Management
Insight Hub
Independent studies and research on Interim & Transition Management trends and secrets
Update for 2025
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Introduction
The definitive source for interim management market intelligence across Europe. From fractional executives to transition leadership, we analyze the evolving landscape of temporary executive solutions with unprecedented depth and accuracy.
As the European interim management market rapidly evolves—with remote mandates increasing 340% post-COVID, fractional models gaining 23% market share, and digital transformation driving new executive profiles—organizations need reliable data to navigate this complex landscape. Our research hub provides the strategic insights that interim management firms, corporate clients, and executive professionals rely on to make informed decisions.
Market Intelligence
Comprehensive salary benchmarks, rate trends, and market dynamics across 12 European countries, updated quarterly with real mandate data.
Sector Analysis
Deep-dive studies into function-specific trends—from CMO digital transformation to CFO restructuring mandates—with actionable insights for specialists.
Future Trends
Forward-looking analysis on emerging models like fractional executives, portfolio careers, and the intersection of interim management with consulting.
Insights
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The European CMO salary grid and dark secrets
European CMO interim rates have exploded 28% in 2024, but the real story lies beneath the surface. Our exclusive analysis reveals the hidden salary negotiations, undisclosed performance bonuses, and regional disparities that most firms won’t discuss. From Amsterdam’s €2,200/day premium to the London “digital tax” adding 15% to traditional marketing roles, discover why CMO mandates command Europe’s highest interim rates—and the industry secrets that determine who gets paid what.
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The Fractional is eating the interim management market share
Fractional executives have quietly captured 23% of the traditional interim market in just 18 months, fundamentally disrupting how companies approach temporary leadership. Unlike full-time interim managers, fractional executives work across multiple clients simultaneously, offering specialized expertise at reduced costs. Our study tracks this seismic shift across 500+ recent mandates, revealing why Fortune 500 companies are increasingly choosing part-time expertise over traditional interim models—and what this means for the future of executive hiring.
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Fractional C-Suite market prediction
By 2027, fractional C-Suite roles will represent 40% of all temporary executive placements across Europe, according to our predictive modeling. Driven by SME growth, digital transformation demands, and cost optimization pressures, the fractional market is evolving from a niche solution to mainstream executive strategy. Our forecast analysis examines which functions will lead this transition, which countries will dominate adoption, and how traditional interim firms are adapting their business models to capture this €1.2B opportunity.
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The key players of the interim management game
Europe’s interim management landscape is controlled by 12 key players who influence everything from rate setting to candidate placement across the continent. Our comprehensive mapping reveals the power dynamics between boutique specialists, global consulting arms, and independent platforms reshaping the industry. From Russell Reynolds’ interim division capturing 15% market share to emerging tech-enabled platforms disrupting traditional placement models, understand who really controls Europe’s €3.8B interim executive market and how their strategies shape your opportunities.