Continuity in Change and Clarity in Growth 

LeasePlan is one of the world’s leading leasing companies, operating in more than 30 countries. Change is part of its everyday rhythm and ensuring continuity in that change takes both speed and strategic clarity. 

Over the years, LeasePlan’s CEO, Petteri Pihlas, has worked closely with us and our network, collaborating on both interim HR solutions and executive searches. 

The first Interim HR Manager: ensuring continuity in an unexpected transition 

The first need for an Interim HR Manager came suddenly. Faced with a critical moment, speed and flexibility were essential. 

We quickly built an understanding of LeasePlan’s situation, the organization, the upcoming role, and the kind of person who would fit both the culture and the task. Our goal was clear: to secure the continuity of core HR operations without interruption. 

The right person was found immediately. After the interim period, LeasePlan decided to hire them as a permanent HR Manager, a proof that the match was exactly right. 

Later, when the HR Manager moved on to new challenges, it was time for a new collaboration. 

The second Interim HR Manager: creating space for reflection and renewal 

This time, the company wanted to take a step back and think deeply about the kind of HR leadership that would best support its long-term direction. 

Our executive search team supported this reflection, sparring with management on the ideal profile for the future HR role, while we searched our network for the right interim professional to keep the day-to-day running smoothly. 

The interim solution made it possible to take the time needed for thoughtful, strategic decision-making without losing momentum. 

 The interim professional stepped in quickly, maintaining stability while the long-term recruitment took shape. 

As CEO Petteri Pihlas puts it: 

“Our long partnership really paid off — the result was so much more than words on paper. The process left us with a great feeling.” 

Partnership built on trust, expertise, and shared purpose 

For LeasePlan, outsourcing these critical searches to specialists was an obvious choice. 

“We operate in the B2B world, where deep expertise and a strong network make all the difference. It’s simply a smart use of resources,” says Pihlas. 

In his view, great consulting partnerships combine skilled professionals with the right tools, structure, and ways of working. 

“That’s what we’ve found in our collaboration, both sides complement each other perfectly.”