supporting interim finance professionals every step of the way

Robert is one of those rare recruiters who cares as much about his candidates as his clients. Having placed me, I found him highly professional and attentive – not only during the recruitment process but also throughout my assignment. As I client, I have found that he listens carefully to the role brief, but also ensures that he understands and challenges the wider issues, such as company culture, team dynamics and future prospects. This ensures he is able to identify the right candidate for the role efficiently and effectively.

I have worked with Rob Baker as both a client and a candidate for over 10 years and cannot recommend him highly enough. He is honest, straightforward, and hardworking. After founding The CFO Practice, Rob placed me with Ceuta Group, a PE-backed business, and I have since hired further candidates through him. From a client’s perspective, Rob takes the time to fully understand the brief, only putting forward candidates that meet the criteria. As a candidate, I felt well-briefed and supported throughout the interview and onboarding process, with Rob consistently checking in to ensure everything was progressing smoothly. I have no hesitation in recommending Rob and The CFO Practice.

Rob exemplifies everything I look for in a recruiter: honest, hardworking, and thorough. As a Spanish-speaking, entertainment-experienced Interim CFO based in LA, I was approached by Rob for a Mexico City-based global TV production company. From the outset, Rob was upfront about the challenges of the role, ensuring there were no surprises. With a clear understanding of what needed to be done, I was able to develop a game plan to achieve the client’s objectives over the six-month engagement. When I was on a business trip to London, Rob took the time to meet up and check in on my progress—something that speaks volumes about his commitment and approach. I highly recommend Rob—he’s one of the best recruiters I’ve worked with

Working with Rob as a candidate for an interim assignment has been a real pleasure. Rob really does listen and makes his experienced assessment of the role and the "match". The process is far more personal and human than most I've been involved with from a candidate's perspective. I've thoroughly enjoyed the assignment and have recommended the organisation work with Rob on the next wave of hiring they now need - and when I next need to hire at a senior level, I'll definitely be asking Rob to support me.