Derek leads our Interim Business in Scotland with a personal focus on the delivery of senior interims and contractors across Scotland. He brings over 20 years’ experience of delivering Accountancy & Finance contract and interim solutions to clients in both the commercial and public sectors. Derek has a proven track record of providing specialist resources to a diverse range of organisations during periods of significant change and also to cover business as usual where interim cover is required. Derek prides himself on delivering a fast, efficient and proactive service with the market knowledge and network to support the most challenging of assignments.
Prior to joining Rutherford Cross, Derek spent 15 years working for a FTSE 200 multinational recruitment business where he was instrumental in building a market leading interim business earning him the position of Business Director for his last 8 years within the group. He holds a BA (Hons) in Business Economics and Marketing and before his recruitment career, took the opportunity to be a Full Time Tennis Coach with David Lloyd Leisure in Renfrew which at the time was Scotland’s first commercial indoor Tennis and Leisure Facility, eventually being promoted to Tennis Manager.
Outside of work and family, Derek has held two Non Executive Board positions and still enjoys playing tennis both socially and competitively. Derek is currently preparing for his next tennis tournament and part of his training regime includes long walks with his dog Lily.
Rutherford Cross is delighted to host its inaugural Interim & Fractional CFO Conference in partnership with Barclays, featuring expert speakers, market insights and networking opportunities.
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Our latest newsletter is now live, featuring our recent news, updates, insights and some of our available senior finance opportunities across Scotland.
Reflecting on the trends, challenges, and opportunities that have shaped the first half of the year, Interim specialist at Rutherford Cross, Euan Bodie, shares his insights on what we have seen across the market and what these developments could mean for organisations and interim professionals heading into H2.
Rutherford Cross held its second Interim & Fractional CFO Roundtable meeting of the year last week with 15 high calibre CFOs in attendance. 8 of
Rutherford Cross’ latest ‘Navigating the World of Interim’ roundtable brought together senior finance professionals to explore the realities, opportunities and challenges of interim and fractional careers. Led by Fractional CFO, Mairianne Stewart, the session explored the practical realities of stepping away from permanent roles, developing a sustainable interim or fractional portfolio, and taking ownership of career direction.
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Rutherford Cross is excited to be partnering exclusively with Kura, a leading customer experience and business process outsourcing provider, to recruit a Finance Director.
Managing Director of Rutherford Cross, Hazel Wynn, has been featured in The Herald’s Business HQ Monthly, discussing how the role of chartered accountants has evolved far beyond traditional bookkeeping and financial reporting.
We would be delighted if you could join us for the latest instalment of our Planning Your Career Journey event series, where senior finance leaders will share the experiences, decisions and lessons that shaped their careers.
Rutherford Cross is excited to be partnering exclusively with Kura, a leading customer experience and business process outsourcing provider, to recruit a Finance Director.
Managing Director of Rutherford Cross, Hazel Wynn, has been featured in The Herald’s Business HQ Monthly, discussing how the role of chartered accountants has evolved far beyond traditional bookkeeping and financial reporting.
We would be delighted if you could join us for the latest instalment of our Planning Your Career Journey event series, where senior finance leaders will share the experiences, decisions and lessons that shaped their careers.
