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Interim management
solutions for
Private Equity

Maximising value at every
stage of the investment cycle

In today’s fast-paced private equity landscape, firms face immense pressure to deliver returns amid economic uncertainty and heightened competition.

The complexity of investment cycles, spanning from deal origination to exit, demands not only strategic agility but also access to specialised talent that can drive immediate impact. At Dartmouth, we offer interim talent solutions specifically designed to support private equity firms and their portfolio companies at every phase of the investment cycle.

Pre-deal
preparation

Private equity firms must thoroughly evaluate potential investments, conduct in-depth due diligence, and lay the foundation for future value creation. Our interim professionals provide essential expertise throughout this critical stage.

Sector and functional experts

Our interim professionals offer deep industry knowledge and operational insights, helping firms accurately assess the strengths, weaknesses, and growth potential of target companies. By contributing specialised expertise, they refine investment theses and identify key areas of synergy and risk.

Due diligence advisors

Supporting in-house teams, these experts manage the complexities of financial, legal, and commercial due diligence, ensuring a comprehensive analysis of the target company. Their involvement helps identify potential issues and opportunities, ensuring that no critical details are overlooked before deal closure.

Post-deal value creation and professionalisation

After securing a deal, the immediate priority is to implement actionable value creation plans, typically within the first 100 days. This phase often requires rapid changes and professionalisation of leadership teams to drive growth and operational improvements.

Our interim professionals play a pivotal role in this critical period by offering expertise across key areas.
CEO
Interim CEOs deliver rapid, impactful leadership, quickly stabilising businesses and aligning strategy to unlock value. They drive fast turnarounds, execute restructures, and lead transformation to set the course for sustainable growth.Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β Β 
COO
Interim COOs quickly boost operational efficiency, optimise processes, and ensure swift execution of strategic plans. They tackle performance issues head-on and create scalable systems for lasting success.Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β Β 
CFO
Interim CFOs provide the financial expertise to stabilise and optimise capital structures, improve cash flow, and drive financial transformations to support long-term growth goals.
HR leadership
Interim HR leaders align talent with business goals and manage key transitions. They build scalable HR frameworks that enable growth, drive performance, and set the foundation for a high-performing culture.
Transformation experts
Interim transformation experts optimise processes, drive efficiency, and implement initiatives to accelerate value creation. Their focus is on keeping the business agile and competitive.
Technology leadership
Interim technology leaders drive digital transformation through innovation. They align technology strategy with business goals to grow through tech-enabled transformation.
Strategy, M&A and integration
Interim strategy consultants drive growth by identifying opportunities and executing M&A and expansion initiatives. They shape the strategic direction, enabling companies to capitalise on high-value opportunities.
Data
Interim data experts optimise data strategies, enhance infrastructure and implement advanced analytics to influence decision-making. Providing business insights delivers a competitive edge, unlocking growth opportunities and supporting the value creation plan.
Functional team support
Interim professionals in key functions like Finance, HR, and Technology fill critical gaps, manage increased workloads, and provide specialised expertise. They ensure smooth execution of strategic initiatives and support teams during times of transition and growth.

Turnaround and
financial distress

When facing financial distress or operational underperformance, private equity firms require immediate intervention to stabilise and potentially reposition assets. Our interim professionals offer critical expertise at both fund and asset levels.

Sector and asset-specialised experts

For businesses undergoing transition, we provide professionals with expertise in full operational restructuring, asset valuation, corporate development, and M&A. They guide turnarounds and corporate reorganisations, including the strategic assessment and sale of distressed assets, as well as identifying acquisition opportunities to support recovery.

Restructuring and financial recovery experts

Interim CFOs, restructuring leaders, and operational specialists address capital structure challenges, manage cash flow crises, and oversee full-scale financial and operational recovery. They work across investee companies to realign operations, reduce costs, stabilise businesses, and support deal and capital markets teams in executing new funding structures or reorganisations, such as asset sales or recapitalisations.

Exit planning
and execution

As a portfolio company approaches exit, private equity firms need to ensure they have optimised every aspect of the business for maximum return on investment.

Our interim professionals help firms prepare for successful exits.

Interim consultants refine financial reporting, streamline operations, and reduce risks in the lead-up to sale or IPO. They ensure the business is positioned for maximum value by addressing growth initiatives and aligning with buyer expectations, ensuring both operational and financial readiness.

Interim professionals ensure smooth continuity during the transition to new ownership or public markets. They manage the handover process to ensure operational stability and help integrate the company’s strategy with the goals of the new owners or investors.

Interim experts assess portfolio companies from a potential buyer’s perspective, providing insights into deal structures and identifying ways to increase the future value of the business. It means transactions are structured for maximum benefit, while also uncovering opportunities for future growth.

Interim support
for internal fund operations

In addition to supporting portfolio companies, private equity firms themselves often require interim expertise at the fund level. These professionals bring operational rigor, strategic insight, and governance expertise to ensure that the fund’s internal processes, compliance, and operational structure run efficiently. Our interim experts provide critical support for all key areas.
Interim fund CFOs and Financial Officers
These leaders manage fund-level financial strategy, including capital structuring, cash flow management, and financial reporting. They ensure the fund operates at peak efficiency, allowing portfolio managers to focus on value creation within portfolio companies.
Governance and compliance specialists
From managing fund administration to optimising internal processes to mitigating risk and ensuring smooth fund management, our interim professionals ensure your firm runs efficiently at the fund level. This internal agility supports quicker decision-making, enabling your team to focus on growth and strategy.
Technology and IT leadership
Interim technology leaders ensure that the fund's digital infrastructure supports operational efficiency and security. They implement robust IT systems, manage cybersecurity risks, and enhance data management, enabling more agile decision-making at the fund level.
HR and talent management
Interim HR leaders help professionalise fund operations by aligning talent strategies with the firm’s broader goals. From managing key talent transitions to optimising team structures, they ensure the internal team is equipped to execute the fund’s strategy effectively.
Operational improvement
From managing fund administration to optimising internal processes, our interim professionals ensure your firm runs smoothly and efficiently at the fund level. This internal agility supports quicker decision-making, enabling your team to focus on growth and strategy.

Find your interim team today.

Why choose Dartmouth?

We understand the critical importance of timing, agility, and precision in private equity because we’ve navigated those challenges ourselves. As a PE-backed firm, we face the same pressures as our clients, giving unparalleled insight into their needs. This experience enables delivery of tailored solutions that align with the urgency, speed, and strategic focus required to drive value creation in the private equity world.

With a proven track record across the UK, Europe, and the US, we’ve placed professionals in over 31 countries, giving us the reach and resources to support your needs globally.

Our local talent benches are built with professionals who understand the cultural nuances and languages of each region, ensuring access to top-tier talent who can navigate complex global challenges while respecting local dynamics.

Our extensive interim talent pools consist of seasoned professionals who understand the fast-paced, high-pressure demands of private equity. These individuals have been meticulously vetted, referenced, and proven in their areas of expertise, ensuring they deliver impactful results from day one. Our efficient process means we turn around credible, high-quality CVs within 24 to 48 hours of receiving a brief, ensuring businesses continue to operate without disruption.

What our clients
are saying

Co-Founder

Dartmouth takes the time to get to know you, your firm, and the fundamentals of what sets you apart. They place a high value on understanding your culture and people and this has been proven through the successful onboarding of multiple high calibre placements on our team.

Mid-Market Private Equity firm

Founding Partner

You clearly listened and understood exactly what we were looking for and regularly sent very qualified candidates our way. I have been in finance for 25 years and have dealt with many headhunters. I have never actually written an email after a placement to provide positive feedback, but you deserve it.

Venture Fund

Investment Director

We engaged Dartmouth’s Interim practice in late 2024 to provide Interim CFO expertise across various European countries for our portfolio. They swiftly delivered high-quality, sector-relevant candidates across the Netherlands, Austria, and Denmark, showcasing a deep understanding of these regions and an impressive bench of pre-vetted, readily available talent.

Pan-European specialist PE firm

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