Ferovalo

For Companies & Hiring Managers

1. How much does Ferovalo charge for interim management services in Finland?

Ferovalo charges a transparent 15% markup on the interim manager's rate. No upfront fees. No retainers. You only pay when work begins.

Example: If the interim CFO's rate is €10,000/month, you pay €11,500/month (€10,000 to the talent + €1,500 to Ferovalo).

What's included: Reference checking, professionally drafted contracts, liability insurance, invoicing, payment handling, and ongoing assignment support.

Industry comparison: Most agencies charge 20-35% margins.

2. How does pricing work for board placements?

Ferovalo has simple and transparent pricing for board placement too. Ferovalo presents candidates who have applied to your board position and whose references have been checked before the presentation. If you choose one or more candidates for an interview, we charge €1,800 + VAT.

If at least one person is elected to the board from the interviewed candidates, we send another invoice for €1,800 + VAT. In total, you pay a maximum of €3,600 + VAT, regardless of how many members from among the proposed candidates are appointed to your board.

3. How fast can Ferovalo find quality interim managers for urgent assignments?

Typically 5-8 qualified candidates within 4 days of receiving your brief.

What sets Ferovalo apart in the search process: Unlike Executive Search, interim manager placements are needed quickly. While most interim service providers provide quick timelines, they don't always present a diverse batch of quality candidates. Ferovalo's talent-driven process is proven to deliver qualified, motivated, and available experts in a short timeframe and at an affordable price. 

4. How does Ferovalo verify interim manager qualifications before we interview them?

Every candidate is reference-checked before being presented to you. Elina personally calls references to verify a candidate's experience, performance, and relevance to your specific assignment.

Additional quality filter: Because candidates apply (rather than being hunted), you receive professionals who genuinely want the assignment and believe they can solve your specific problem.

Result: Differentiated, highly relevant profiles.

5. What types of interim managers and board professionals does Ferovalo provide?

Ferovalo specialises in C-level interim management and board services across Europe.

Examples of interim roles:

• Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)

• Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)

• Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs)

• Chief Operating Officers (COOs)

• Project Managers & Change Managers

• Functional transformation experts

Examples of board roles:

• Board Directors

• Non-Executive Board Members

• Advisory Board Members

Industry examples:

Finance, manufacturing, technology, energy, public sector, and any organisation requiring strategic, high-level expertise for transformation, restructuring, or governance.

6. Why use Ferovalo instead of hiring an interim manager directly in Finland?

Risk reduction:
Direct hiring for interim roles is risky. How do you verify their track record? What if they don't deliver? What if payment disputes arise? Ferovalo provides pre-vetted candidates, professionally drafted contracts, liability insurance, and acts as an intermediary if issues arise.

Speed and quality:
Ferovalo delivers a batch of reference-checked candidates in 4 days (sometimes less). Direct sourcing can take weeks or months, with no guarantee of quality.

Fair pricing:
Ferovalo's 15% markup is transparent and significantly lower than the 20-35% most interim agencies charge. You know exactly what you're paying from day one.

7. What if our company doesn't have a contract template for interim managers?

Most Finnish companies don't. Ferovalo provides professionally drafted, lawyer-approved contracts that are ready to use and can be generated quickly through the platform. This saves you time, legal fees, and ensures compliance.

If you have your own contracts: Ferovalo is happy to review and adapt, but most clients prefer Ferovalo's tested agreements.

8. Does Ferovalo work with companies outside Finland?

Ferovalo primarily serves Finnish companies but operates within the wider Best Best Talent Platform (BBTP) Community, which has 1,500+ C-level professionals across Europe. If you're a European company or a company with operations in Europe needing interim managers or board professionals, Ferovalo can help.

For Interim Managers & Board Professionals

1. How do I register as an interim manager or board professional with Ferovalo?

Registration is self-service through Best Best Talent Platform. You'll select your areas of expertise (finance, operations, board work, etc.). When relevant opportunities arise, you'll receive email alerts with the assignment brief.

There's no lengthy application process or mandatory interviews to join. If you're currently on assignment, you can stay registered and ignore alerts (or pause them) until you're looking for your next role.

2. As a member of Best Best Talent Platform, will I have a public profile?

No. We believe public profiles are ineffective for generating leads, as companies rarely have time to scan through marketplaces. Instead of maintaining a public profile, BBTP Members use a simple, anonymous profile and focus their efforts on applying for specific, desired assignments. For members who are interested in public marketing, we offer optional, curated, and more meaningful opportunities to showcase expertise through member features in blog posts, on the website, and on social media.

3. Does Ferovalo take a cut of my rate as an interim manager?

No. You keep 100% of the rate you set. Ferovalo charges clients a 15% markup on top of your rate, but that comes from the client, not from your earnings.

Example: If your rate is €1,000/day, the client pays €1,150/day. You receive €1,000/day.

4. How does pricing work for board placements?

Ferovalo presents candidates who have applied to board positions and whose references have been checked before the presentation. If the owner chooses one or more candidates for an interview, we will charge them €1,800 + VAT. If at least one person is elected to the board from the interviewed candidates, we will send another invoice for €1,800 + VAT.

In total, customers pay a maximum of €3,600 + VAT, regardless of how many members from the proposed candidates are appointed to their board.

5. Will Ferovalo call my references before I even interview with a client?

Yes. Ferovalo checks references before introducing you to clients. When you apply for an assignment, you'll provide references, and Elina will call them before presenting candidates to the customer.

This benefits you in two ways:

• Clients trust that candidates have been vetted, so interviews focus on fit rather than verification

• It filters out competitors who can't provide strong references
  

6. What happens if a client doesn't pay my invoice on time?

Ferovalo handles it. You won't need to chase late payments or have awkward money conversations with clients.

If an invoice is overdue by two days, Ferovalo contacts the client immediately. If payment issues persist, Ferovalo can pause the contract until payment is resolved. You're protected from non-payment risk.

Additional protection: All contracts include liability insurance.

7. Can I work directly with a client after my assignment through Ferovalo ends?

Yes. Ferovalo's contracts allow customers and talent to work together directly if six months have passed after the assignment has completed.

What actually happens: Many interim managers choose to stay with Ferovalo even when they're free to go direct, because they value the payment protection, contract management, and automated feedback tools.