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About the IMA

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About the IMA

What is the Interim Management Association?

The Interim Management Association (IMA), a specialist group of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) , represents leading interim management recruiters operating in the UK market.

The IMA has been representing the industry, supporting members and the raising the profile of interim management for over 25 years. The association has been undergoing a refresh since 2016 with the help and support of our committed members. We are looking forward to growing the IMA this year and into the future.

Every year, we will be keeping members abreast of industry changes through our email updates, webinars and events.

We’ll continue to fight your corner and champion the positive impact you have on the economy, business and people’s lives.
We’ll also make representations to government on topics that have an impact on your business.

We’ll continue fight your corner and champion the positive impact you have on the economy, business and people’s lives.

We’ll also make representations to government on topics that have an impact on your business.

How our members support business growth

In today’s challenging business world, organisations face rapid change and challenges like never before. In an uncertain climate, interim managers can give your organisation flexibility and an invaluable injection of expertise. Interims provide the continuity, support and leadership needed to assess next steps, shape strategies and create clear direction for the long term.

Interim providers, our members, work with businesses to scope out their business needs and quickly them with interim talent capable of delivering fast results.

Whether it’s business transformation, a turn around, filling a skills gap or coping with demand, IMA members will work quickly to find organisations the ideal interim leader to deliver results.

Our members understand the issues for organisations focused on success. We draw on vast experience and a wide talent base, to satisfy diverse recruitment and business needs.

All IMA members are signed up to the Recruitment and Employment Confederation code of professional practice and have to take a compliance test every two years to stay in members.

Why get involved in the Interim Management Association?

Shape the industry’s approach to key tax and regulatory issues such as IR35 and ensure your voice is heard at government level.
Keep up to speed with industry developments through newsletters and webinars.
Hear from business and government experts on issues that affect your business.
Shape campaigns that promote the value of interim management and a flexible labour market
Opportunity to network with peers.

On top of this, of course, members have access to all the other REC member benefits on offer. Those most useful to interim service provider members include:

Legal services to help you manage risk – helpline, bulletins and online resources
Business partner discounts to help you make efficiency savings
Research and data to help you stay one step ahead like Jobs Outlook, Report on Jobs, publications on topics including the gig economy and candidate attraction.
Access to Scale Up Campaign events and resources to help you take your business to the next level
Tools from Croner – free or discounted legal expenses insurance, salary search and many more