Acting CEO
There are times when firms face a period of uncertainty or a series of acute challenges. The triggers for this can include: a void in leadership caused by the sudden departure of a chief executive; a paucity of leadership capability at a time of unprecedented change; a merger or de-merger; a period of transition as a firm moves towards a more corporate model of leadership and management; and financial instability caused by a combination of economic and competitive factors.
In response to this, we have formed a highly experienced team across the UK to provide the following services:
- Acting CEO and Acting COO
Dependent on the need, we will provide an acting chief executive officer or chief operating officer for a limited period of 3 - 9 months (full or part-time) to be a steady hand on the tiller, to address any difficult issues, to make any necessary improvements, and to leave the practice in a better shape having effected a seamless handover once a permanent general manager is appointed.
- Independent business review
Where the need is for a swift strategic and financial health-check, we will conduct a short, sharp analysis and appraisal of the business, providing a comprehensive set of recommendations to put the firm on a surer footing.
Why us?
On-tap access to a team of experienced law firm and professional practice managing partners, CEOs and COOs who have:
- substantial knowledge gained as leaders and board members of professional service organisations typically in the £10m - £100m turnover range
- transitional leadership and management expertise
- intimate understanding of the changing professional service landscape, particularly the legal sector and the opportunities afforded by the Legal Services Act
- sound financial management, particularly improvements in working capital management
- a complete understanding of the regulatory framework and particularly the roles of Compliance Officer Finance & Administration and Compliance Officer Legal Practice in the legal profession
- general trouble-shooting experience and turn-around expertise
- extensive M&A experience
- the skills to achieve sustainable practice improvement and "fitness for purpose", and to deliver a measurable return on investment
If you need a short-term injection of leadership that will leave a positive and lasting legacy, please contact Simon Slater on (0) 7786 903 530 or simon.slater@intelligentofficeuk.com. Simon will ascertain your needs, identify the most appropriate member of the team to address them and provide you with exactly the right expertise and experience where you need it and when you need it.
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