Interim assignments in finance

As a secondee, you work on projects at different organisations but are employed by Solid. This means you receive a fixed salary, build up a pension, and get access to coaching and development opportunities through us. Between projects, you remain employed, and we help you plan your next step.

As an interim professional or freelancer, you work independently — arranging your own projects, administration, and insurance. That gives you freedom but also less security. In addition, the DBA Act has made the rules for interim work stricter, which is why secondment is often the better choice for those who want variety while keeping stability.

An assignment typically lasts between 6 and 9 months. Some projects are shorter — around 3 months — while others run for a longer period. And if it’s a great fit, there’s often the opportunity to stay on, even if that wasn’t the plan at first.

The DBA Act (Assessment of Employment Relationships Deregulation Act) determines whether you truly work as an independent contractor or are, in practice, considered an employee of your client.

For interim professionals, this means companies have become more cautious about hiring freelancers. They want to avoid the risk of the tax authorities later classifying the collaboration as false self-employment. As a result, there are fewer interim assignments available, especially at large organisations.

With secondment, you don’t face that risk - you’re employed by Solid and work temporarily with different organisations. This gives you more security, both for yourself and the client, while still allowing you to work on a variety of projects.

Through us, you’ll work on projects at organisations in the financial, telecom and energy sectors - including ING, Rabobank, KPN and Eneco.

We also collaborate with companies outside these industries, as long as the assignment fits your experience and our way of working. This ensures every project stays challenging and relevant to your growth.