At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and execute the commercial growth strategy for a B2B SaaS business.
- Company: Private equity-backed SaaS company in a pivotal investment stage.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, equity-equivalent bonus, and hybrid working.
- Other info: Immediate availability required; dynamic leadership role with high impact.
- Why this job: Drive significant growth and prepare the business for a successful exit.
- Qualifications: Previous CEO experience in private equity-backed B2B SaaS and strong commercial background.
Interim Chief Executive Officer Cedar is currently partnered with a lower mid-market private equity-backed B2B Saa S business to secure an Interim Chief Executive Officer for a minimum 12-month mandate.
The role offers the equivalent of £1,100 to £1,300 per day, together with a significant equity-equivalent completion and exit bonus.
Hybrid working from Central London.
The Company Our client is a profitable, lower mid-market B2B Saa S business backed by private equity and entering a pivotal stage of its investment lifecycle.
Working alongside an established executive leadership team, the successful candidate will be responsible for accelerating commercial performance, delivering a value creation agenda and positioning the business for a successful exit.
The Role As Interim CEO, you will: Lead the overall commercial and strategic direction of the business.
Reset and execute the commercial growth strategy.
Accelerate recurring revenue growth and improve revenue quality.
Optimise sales effectiveness, forecasting and go-to-market execution.
Improve customer retention, expansion, pipeline conversion and operational efficiency.
Build organisational accountability and execution discipline.
Partner closely with the Board and investors to deliver the value creation plan.
Lead exit planning and ensure the business is fully prepared for a successful transaction.
Your Profile You will ideally have: Previous CEO experience within a private equity-backed B2B Saa S or software business.
A strong commercial background with deep expertise across sales, revenue growth and go-to-market strategy.
Proven experience delivering commercial transformation and accelerating growth.
A track record of leading value creation programmes and successful exits.
Strong board and investor management experience.
A hands-on leadership style, combining strategic direction with operational execution.
Immediate or short notice availability.
Compensation
Interim CEO in Surrey employer: Cedar
Cedar is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the field of major rail infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for career progression alongside competitive benefits such as private medical insurance. Join us in a vibrant location where your expertise in M&E construction will be valued and rewarded.
