Interim Recruitment

We find you leaders who can step in fast, and deliver results.

Our interim leaders bring stability and pace when you need it most — from delivering transformation programmes to maintaining income momentum or bridging a leadership gap.

Immediate leadership.
Long-term impact.
Built by non-profit leaders.

AAW’s network includes experienced CEOs, Fundraising and Marketing Directors, Finance and Operations leaders, and specialists across communications, digital and data. We provide trusted professionals who understand your world and can make an immediate difference.

Change, transition and uncertainty are part of every organisation’s journey - and AAW are here to ensure it’s as smooth as possible.

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Why choose AAW to find and place your interim leaders?

Unmatched Network: Over 200 senior interim professionals across the UK and internationally.

Sector Expertise: We understand the unique pressures of mission-driven organisations.

Speed & Precision: Shortlists typically delivered within 48 hours.

Trusted Process: Our contracts, vetting and onboarding are handled end-to-end.

Proven Retention: Many interim leaders go on to permanent roles through AAW.

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A faster, smarter way to find interim leaders

Brief & Scope

We’ll define the challenge, timeline and outcomes with you — ensuring clarity from day one.

Search & Shortlist (48 hours)
Our deep network means we can often deliver a shortlist of exceptional candidates within 48 hours..

Appoint & Support

We handle all contracting, onboarding and follow-up, ensuring your interim leader delivers from day one.

Email us to find an interim

  • "We were delighted with the recent appointment of an interim Fundraising and Marketing Director through AAW. Within 48 hours of sharing our role criteria and requirements, AAW provided us with a shortlist of five experienced candidates. Following interviews, we were extremely happy with the successful candidate who was able to start within two weeks

    Vivien Waterfield | Interim Chief Executive | Home-Start UK

  • "AAW took the time to really understand our organisation, culture, current challenges and fundraising need before promptly identifying four high-calibre candidates"

    Sue Mountford | Interim Co-Chief Executive | Royal Association for Deaf People

Our record speaks for itself

80%

Of the top 25 charities that we’ve placed roles for

500+

Fundraising leaders placed over 10 years

£1b+

Raised by AAW appointments

Learn what drives our success

Roles we have recently placed

  • Interim Director of Income Generation

  • Interim Executive Director of Brand Marketing & Fundraising

  • Interim Head of Data and Insight

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Our Clients

AAW work across a diverse range of clients, sectors and projects, with a selection below. To see a full list of our work with non-profits of all sizes globally that demonstrates our scale, diversity and range click here.