Interim Executive Leadership
Rapid Response. Strategic Continuity. Purposeful Transition.
At Phelps, we know that leadership transitions can’t always wait. Whether you’re navigating unexpected change or driving urgent transformation, our Interim Executive solutions provide experienced leaders who can step in with speed, clarity, and impact.
Our deep bench of interim professionals—many of whom are former CEOs, CFOs, CHROs, and sector specialists—ensures you have immediate access to skilled, values-aligned leaders who can stabilize operations, advance your goals, and set the stage for long-term success.
Our Services
What Is Interim Leadership?
Our interim executives:
Step into active leadership roles with minimal onboarding Drive mandates like transformation, digital acceleration, or crisis management Bridge executive gaps during search or succession planning Mentor internal talent and build leadership capacity When to Consider Interim Leadership
Executive departure or extended leave Organizational transformation or restructuring Cybersecurity or data breach response Digital modernization or AI adoption Gap coverage during retained executive search“Phelps connected us with an interim executive who not only filled the gap—but raised the bar.”
— Public Sector Client
The Phelps Difference
Trusted National Network:Access to a vetted roster of interim executives across Canada—ready within days.
Sector Specialization:Deep expertise in government, healthcare, not-for-profit, and regulated sectors.
Tailored Placement:Our consultants work closely with you to match leadership fit, pace, and values.
Seamless Integration:Our interims are proven leaders, often with prior Phelps placements or sector ties.
Bridge to Permanent Hire:Interim executives can support while we conduct a full retained executive search.
Interim Roles We Support
Interim CEO Interim CFO / VP Finance Interim CHRO / VP People & Culture Interim CIO / CTO (Technology) Interim Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) Interim CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) Interim Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) 
98%
remain in role 3+ years.
> 75%
of our clients partner with us repeatedly
95%
hired from our initial shortlist.
Key Sectors We Serve
Healthcare & Hospital Systems Government & Crown Corporations Public Agencies & Institutions Not-for-Profit & Social Impact Organizations Infrastructure, Utilities, and Regulated IndustriesLet’s Co-Create a Stronger Future
Our mission is to empower individuals and teams to lead with courage, clarity, and compassion. If you’re ready to strengthen your organization through world-class leadership development—we’d love to talk.
