Interim Head of Communications

We are called upon when a company urgently needs to secure strategic or operational communications leadership and brand-building expertise. We often deliver suitable candidates within 48 hours.

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WHY CHOOSE INTERIM SEARCH?

Hire an Interim Communications Manager

We are the bridge between companies that need to quickly secure communicative leadership and Sweden's sharpest interim communications managers. Appointing a communications manager is crucial for the brand and stakeholder relations, and often urgent. Thanks to our specialized network in communications, PR, and brand strategy, the right system support, and proactive search, we are the obvious partner when you need an interim communications manager quickly—and it has to be just right.

Urgency Meets Accuracy: The Right Solution, Fast.

We are available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Situations where an Interim Communications Manager makes a difference

The need for an Interim Communications Manager often arises when immediate action is required to strengthen the company's voice and relationships. We are experts in quickly installing the right expertise to lead and develop communications work when your organization is facing:

  • Unexpected vacancy: When your regular Head of Communications or key communications personnel resigns at short notice and strategic and operational communications must continue at full speed.
  • Transformation & change communication: In the event of major brand changes, the launch of new strategies, internal cultural shifts, or when there is a need to strengthen the external and internal image during reorganizations.
  • Reputation management & crisis: In the event of brand crises, the need to rebuild trust among customers, employees, or the general public, or when communication is key to reversing negative opinion or internal engagement.
  • Growth & brand building: When you need to build brand awareness in new markets, strengthen your employer branding to attract talent, or manage increased media exposure and stakeholder dialogue.
  • Specific communication projects: During product launches, crisis management, development of new communication platforms, sustainability reporting, major events, or other time-limited communication initiatives that require cutting-edge expertise.

Benefits of an Interim Communications Manager from Interim Search

Quick Placement

Thanks to our efficient processes, we can present and appoint an experienced Interim Communications Manager anywhere in Sweden within 48 hours.

Largest selection in Sweden

You will have access to Sweden's largest network of over 16,000 qualified and experienced interim managers and specialists, maximizing your chances of finding the perfect communications manager with the right profile for your challenges.

Accurate matching

Our market-leading research team and proven processes ensure that we can quickly present the most suitable interim communications managers based on your specific requirements profile (expertise in PR, internal communications, crisis management, branding, digital communications, etc., industry experience, availability).

Experience and expertise

As Sweden's leading player with the most appointments, we have unrivalled experience in interim management, which guarantees quality, security, and a deep understanding of the strategic importance and complexity of the communications function.

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Our work process, where speed and precision are guaranteed

Our methodology is optimized to deliver the right Interim Communications Manager in record time, without compromising on quality:

  • Needs analysis: We understand your situation and your specific communication challenges and goals in depth – often right from the first conversation, thanks to our own experience in leading roles in communication and marketing.
  • The right candidates through networking & search: We immediately activate our proactive network (16,000+ specialists with extensive experience in communications roles) and our market-leading search team to identify the most suitable profiles.
  • Quality assurance & presentation: We conduct rigorous interviews and evaluations. You will be presented with the top-matched candidates—often within 48 hours—ready to strengthen your communications.
  • Close monitoring: We ensure a smooth start and follow up regularly to guarantee that the assignment delivers according to your expectations.

We simplify complexity and deliver when it matters most.

“Mycket bra samarbete med Interim Search. Processen har varit snabb, smidig och professionell”

Sara Margaryan, beställande roll: Recruitment Coordinator Hansa Biopharma

Hire an Interim Communications Manager for immediate expertise and decisiveness.

In addition to quickly filling a critical leadership role within your communications function, you will:

  • New insights: A sharp analysis of your current situation and new perspectives on your communication strategies, messages, and channel choices.
  • Expertise: Access to precisely the expertise in strategic communication, PR, crisis communication, brand building, digital media, or internal communication that the situation requires, exactly when you need it most.
  • Results-oriented focus: A strong driving force to quickly deliver measurable results in the form of increased visibility, strengthened brand, improved employee engagement, effective crisis management, or clearer messaging.
  • Stability: Experienced and confident leadership that creates a clear and consistent voice for the company, both internally and externally, and ensures that communication efforts are driven forward.
  • Flexibility: A flexible resource that meets your exact communication needs for as long as you need it, without long-term commitments.

Our consultants

Consultant: 18 729
Interim Payroll Specialist
  • Primary sections: e-handel, logistik, retail, konsultverksamhet
  • Education level: bachelor's degree
  • Geographic coverage: all of Sweden
  • Compensation: 1,250 SEK/hour
Magnus är en trygg och resultatdriven lönespecialist med omfattande erfarenhet av att leda och strukturera komplexa…
Consultant: 12 406
Interim Chief Sustainability Officer
  • Primary sections: retail, medicin/Life Science, tillverkande industri
  • Education level: master's degree
  • Geographic coverage: all of Sweden
  • Compensation: 1,700 SEK/hour
Kristina är en strategisk hållbarhetsledare med djup expertis inom koncernrapportering och regulatoriska förändringar. Hon är…
Consultant: 27 115
Interim HR Business Partner
  • Primary sections: tech, IT, industri
  • Education level: bachelor's degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Ann-Sofie är en senior och strategisk HR-ledare med omfattande erfarenhet från snabbväxande internationella miljöer och…
Consultant: 1 938
Interim IT Manager
  • Primary sections: detaljhandel, retail, FMCG, tech
  • Education level: bachelor's degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Peter är en strategisk och affärsorienterad IT-ledare med spetskompetens inom detaljhandeln och konsumentnära produkter. Han…
Consultant: 21 564
Interim Chief Operating Officer
  • Primary sections: tillverkande industri, logistik, supply chain, transport
  • Education level: civil engineering degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Thomas är en affärsnära och trygg operativ ledare med internationell erfarenhet inom logistik och supply chain. Han rör sig…
Consultant: 8 771
Interim Production Manager
  • Primary sections: tillverkande industri, tung industri, fordonsindustri
  • Education level: master's degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,600 SEK/hour
Mikael är en senior och coachande produktionsledare med fokus på att etablera en industriell produktivitetskultur och maximera…
Consultant: 15 092
Interim Talent Acquisition Partner
  • Primary sections: tech, Professional Services, industri, tjänstesektorn
  • Education level: bachelor's degree
  • Geographic coverage: Stockholm and Gothenburg
  • Compensation: 1,100 SEK/hour
Johanna är en driven och strategisk rekryteringsexpert med erfarenhet av intern kompetensförsörjning inom stora, komplexa…
Consultant: 26 843
Interim Operations & Supply Chain Manager
  • Primary sections: industri, teknik, logistik, transport, export
  • Education level: civil engineering degree
  • Geographic coverage: hela Sverge
  • Compensation: 1,650 SEK/hour
Marcus är en senior och operativ ledare med gedigen erfarenhet av att styra och optimera logistik, lager och supply chain i…
Consultant: 6 584
Interim Group CFO
  • Primary sections: IT, tech, Private Equity, industri
  • Education level: bachelor's degree in economics
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Staffan är en handlingskraftig och strategisk ledare med djup erfarenhet av att utveckla ekonomifunktioner i snabbrörliga och…
Consultant: 4 873
Interim Accounting Manager
  • Primary sections: SaaS, tech, fastigheter, tjänstesektorn
  • Education level: bachelor's degree in economics
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,300 SEK/hour
Ellen är en noggrann och affärsmässig redovisningskonsult med gedigen erfarenhet av att strukturera och kvalitetssäkra…
Consultant: 17 438
Interim Senior KAM
  • Primary sections: fintech, betallösningar, e-handel, retail
  • Education level: bachelor's degree in economics
  • Geographic coverage: Stockholm and Gothenburg
  • Compensation: 1,200 SEK/hour
Emma är en erfaren säljstrateg med över 10 års erfarenhet av komplex B2B-försäljning. Med dokumenterad framgång i att nå…
Consultant: 1 566
Interim Global CISO
  • Primary sections: medicinteknik, offentlig sektor, IT, life science
  • Education level: bachelor's degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,650 SEK/hour
Linda har omfattande erfarenhet av att balansera governance, riskhantering och dataskydd på global nivå. Med djup kunskap inom…
Consultant: 8 991
Interim Head of Business Control
  • Primary sections: tillverkande industri, teknik, energi
  • Education level: bachelor's degree in economics
  • Geographic coverage: all of Sweden
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Mikael är en stabil ledare med djup expertis inom ekonomisk styrning och finansiell uppföljning i komplex…
Consultant: 21 340
Interim Supply Chain Manager
  • Primary sections: tillverkning, logistik, lager
  • Education level: civil engineering degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Karin är en senior förändringsledare med en gedigen förmåga att skapa struktur i snabbväxande och komplexa organisationer….
Consultant: 47
Interim Logistics Manager
  • Primary sections: automotive, tung industri, metall, tillverkning
  • Education level: civil engineering degree
  • Geographic coverage: internationally
  • Compensation: 1,500 SEK/hour
Mattias är en stabil och närvarande ledare som specialiserat sig på att leda logistikverksamheter genom intensiva…

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