Interim Manager – Quality, Architecture & OrchestrationSD-001

Role Overview

An experienced interim leader is required to stabilize and professionalize a newly established Quality Architecture & Orchestration (QOA) function within an IT/OT environment. The focus is on creating structure ensuring quality frameworks and strengthening team effectiveness while preparing the function for a smooth handover to permanent leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Stabilization

• Lead and coach a team of highly skilled professionals
• Establish clarity structure and focus across the team
• Drive alignment on roles expectations and performance

Organizational Structuring

• Define and clarify roles responsibilities and governance
• Align the department within the broader organizational structure
• Translate strategic goals into actionable team objectives

Workforce & Capability Management

• Assess current staffing skills and development needs
• Identify risks gaps and resource constraints
• Provide input on hiring succession and team development

HR & People Development

• Partner with HR on role definitions career paths and performance management
• Support talent development and assessment processes

Quality & Professionalization

• Establish sustainable quality frameworks and governance
• Document processes standards and ways of working
• Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing

Handover & Transition

• Deliver a structured handover including:
  • Organizational design
  • Key risks and recommendations
• Develop a strategic workforce plan
• Ensure effective transition to permanent leadership

Required Experience

• Proven experience as an interim manager in IT technology or OT environments
• Track record managing senior and expert-level professionals
• Strong experience in organizational development and HR-related topics

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management
• Ability to quickly establish authority and build trust
• Analytical mindset with organizational awareness
• Structured decisive and results-driven

Personal Attributes

• Brings clarity and stability in complex environments
• Confident in making and communicating tough decisions
• Focused on delivering tangible transferable outcomes

Additional Requirements

• Availability for the full contract duration
• Willingness to work on-site regularly
• Ability to deliver results within a short timeframe