Interim management for the service sector

Temporary management expertise for consulting, legal, tax, auditing, and HR services

Why interim management in the service sector?

The service sector—from consulting, law, and tax to auditing and HR—is undergoing constant transformation: digitalization, new service models, talent turnover, and margin pressure are forcing companies to make radical changes.

Interim managers bring immediate expertise and implementation power to critical phases – without any training period. They navigate business model changes, implement technology integration, manage talent challenges, and ensure growth under high competitive pressure.

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XQI Partners

All XQI Partners

Looking for a Interim Manager? Our Partners will find the optimal solution for you – tailored, fast and discreet.

Holger Rosemann

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Tapani Hänninen

Managing Partner, München

Robert Butz

Managing Partner, München

Georg Larch

Managing Partner, München

York von Massenbach

Managing Partner, München

Ilka Herzog

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Stephan Franken

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Dirk Niederberghaus

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf
All XQI Partners

What you can count on

  • Immediate C-level staffing with service and partnership experience.

  • Proven track records in corporate realignment, digitalization, and growth.

  • Pragmatic implementation skills in knowledge-intensive organizations.

Your leaders for success

We place experienced interim managers who have an immediate impact in the service sector—with clear goals and measurable results:

  • Crisis managers with strong implementation skills:
    Stabilize profitability and secure customer loyalty—even in volatile markets.

  • Strategic thought leaders for the future:
    Modernize service portfolios and establish new business areas.

  • Industry experts with practical knowledge:
    Navigate partnership dynamics and shape talent culture – without any training period.

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Areas of application for interim management

Interim executives in the service sector act as catalysts for change—they bring expertise, experience, and implementation skills exactly where they are needed:

1. Digitalization and service delivery transformation

  • Development of digital service models and remote working structures.

  • Implementing legal tech, HR tech, and audit automation.

  • Cloud migration and data integration for seamless client services.

2. Business model transformation and diversification

  • Realigning consulting portfolios and specializations.

  • Developing new service lines (e.g., ESG, sustainability, cybersecurity).

  • Establishment of advisory services alongside traditional core competencies.

3. Talent management and partnership culture

  • Restructuring of partnership models and career paths.

  • Implementation of diversity & inclusion and modern work culture.

  • Establishment of talent development and knowledge management systems.

4. Client experience and revenue optimization

  • Restructuring of client service models and account management.

  • Implementation of value pricing and performance-based billing.

  • CRM optimization and client retention strategies.

5. Merger and integration processes

  • Strategic preparation of company mergers and acquisitions.

  • Post-merger integration of practices and systems.

  • Consolidation of offices and locations with a focus on talent retention.

6. Regulatory compliance and risk management

  • Development of compliance programs and ethics frameworks.

  • Implementation of GDPR, data protection, and regulatory requirements.

  • Quality assurance and professional standards management.

7. Financial stability and profitability

  • Interim managing partner for control and profitability.

  • Cost structure optimization and operational efficiency.

  • Treasury, capital allocation, and investor relations management.

Why choose us?

  • Experienced service experts with proven expertise in crisis management, digitalization, and strategic leadership.

  • Rapid identification and selection of suitable interim managers for your specific requirements.

  • Flexible solutions for bridging vacancies, transformation, or turnaround—ready for immediate action.

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Successfully Implemented Service Industry Projects

All Case Studies
Automotive

Transformation of the IT Organization: From Firefighting to a Delivery-Capable Business Partner

How an international automotive group transformed its IT from firefighting to a reliable business partner in just 28 months

IT Interim, Start Up & Scale Up
Mechanical engineering

How a company strengthened delivery reliability and market position through process optimization, compliance, and M&A support.

Operative Excellence in crisis: Restructuring in plant and machinery engineering.

COO Interim
Construction

Operative excellence & growth: interim coo/cso leads transformation in metal processing company to success

How an interim COO and CSO harmonized three international locations, digitized processes, and increased sales performance by 30% in 12 months – despite geopolitical challenges.

COO Interim, Interim Sales and Distribution
Retail

Operational restructuring and refinancing > EUR 2 billion

How a Company Refinanced €2 Billion in Just 15 Months.

CRO Interim
Healthcare

M&A program management in the exit phase

Strategic Divestiture: How One Company Sold Three Business Units in 12 Months.

Private Equity and Family Offices
Private Equity & Family Offices

Transformation of the Internal Group Audit

How a family equity firm co-sourced its internal audit function in 9 months.
Retail

Stabilization & Transformation of the IT Landscape

How a company seamlessly managed a CIO transition in just 6 months

IT Interim
Consumer Goods

Supply chain optimization

How a company increased OTIF by 33% and DPA by 20%

Project Management Interim
Consumer Goods

Scaling digitally to expand customer reach

Within nine months, a textile company achieved +60% revenue

International Interim Manager

We bring service expertise to the forefront – for consultancies, law firms, and service companies.

Rely on our many years of service experience and implementation expertise – we provide tailor-made management solutions for your individual project, ensuring growth, efficiency, and competitiveness in a rapidly changing market.

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