Interim Leadership

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Stability, Strategy, and Expertise When You Need It Most

Leadership transitions can be challenging, but they also present an opportunity. At Phelps, we provide experienced, high-impact interim leaders who bring stability, strategic insight, and momentum to your organization during critical transitions.

Whether for 90 days or 12 months, our deep network of seasoned executives ensures that your organization has the right leadership at the right time. We assess your immediate needs, identify leaders who align with your culture and objectives, and provide seamless solutions that support both continuity and progress.

Why Interim Leadership?

Path 14 - Phelps Canada Time to Strategize – An interim leader allows you to assess your organization’s needs before making a long-term leadership decision.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Experienced Leadership – Interim executives bring proven expertise, deep networks, and fresh perspectives to your team.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Seamless Transitions – They create transition plans, ensuring continuity and success for the next permanent leader.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Focus on Core Priorities –With an interim leader in place, your team can stay focused on driving the organization forward.

At Phelps, an interim search is just as vital as a permanent one. We apply the same rigorous assessment, diligence, and strategic thinking to ensure your organization thrives—today and into the future.

Our Services

What Is Interim Leadership?
Interim leadership enables organizations to fill critical executive roles on a short-term basis—often within days. These seasoned professionals bring not only functional expertise but also emotional intelligence, governance knowledge, and the ability to inspire trust quickly.
Our interim executives:


Path 14 - Phelps Canada Step into active leadership roles with minimal onboarding
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Drive mandates like transformation, digital acceleration, or crisis management
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Bridge executive gaps during search or succession planning
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Mentor internal talent and build leadership capacity
When to Consider Interim Leadership
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Executive departure or extended leave
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Organizational transformation or restructuring
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Cybersecurity or data breach response
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Digital modernization or AI adoption
Path 14 - Phelps Canada 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
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Trusted National Network:
Access to a vetted roster of interim executives across Canada—ready within days.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Sector Specialization:
Deep expertise in government, healthcare, not-for-profit, and regulated sectors.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Tailored Placement:
Our consultants work closely with you to match leadership fit, pace, and values.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Seamless Integration:
Our interims are proven leaders, often with prior Phelps placements or sector ties.
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Bridge to Permanent Hire:
Interim executives can support while we conduct a full retained executive search.
Interim Roles We Support
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim CEO
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim CFO / VP Finance
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim CHRO / VP People & Culture
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim CIO / CTO (Technology)
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim Chief Transformation Officer (CTO)
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Interim Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)
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98%

remain in role 3+ years. 

> 80%

of our clients partner with us repeatedly

95%

hired from our initial shortlist.

Trusted Executive Search Firm in Canada

Key Sectors We Serve

Path 14 - Phelps Canada Healthcare & Hospital Systems
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Government & Crown Corporations
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Public Agencies & Institutions
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Not-for-Profit & Social Impact Organizations
Path 14 - Phelps Canada Infrastructure, Utilities, and Regulated Industries

Need an interim leader?

Let’s find the right fit.

Call Us: (416) 364-6229
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