We’re Queensland’s most respected and experienced leaders. Like you.
We are trusted advisors, sharing our knowledge and experiences in leadership, human capital and executive recruitment.
Born of Queensland. Bold by Design. Built to Illuminate.
From the boardroom to the back office, we know what it takes for leaders to succeed.
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We’re dedicated to connecting exceptional executives and emerging leaders with forward-thinking organisations ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work.
At Luminary, we believe great leadership doesn’t happen by chance; it happens through intention, insight, and connection.
We go further than other search firms, bringing depth, rigour, and humanity to every engagement. We listen harder, look deeper, and move faster to deliver unrivalled results.
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We work as true partners, deeply invested in delivering an exceptional candidate experience and a high-touch, concierge-level service usually reserved for the most discerning clients.
We understand that every interaction, no matter how small, shapes a leader’s confidence, decision-making, and long-term success.
Our personalised, adaptive approach, grounded in care, precision, and local insight, is why Queensland’s most respected enterprises choose to partner with Luminary.
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Getting the best from your people at every level is the key to enduring competitive advantage.
At Luminary, we help organisations prepare for the rapidly evolving future of work through targeted development that unlocks potential, builds confidence, and drives measurable performance.
We partner with leaders and expert coaches to deliver tailored programs that create real, sustainable results for organisations, teams, and individual leaders alike.
“We had the pleasure of working with Luminary on a critical role that had previously been challenging for our organisation to fill. This was our first time partnering with Luminary, and we were very impressed with the professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability throughout the process. The successful placement speaks for itself.”
— Chief Executive Officer, ASX-listed company
We’re different. Unapologetically. Intentionally.
At Luminary, we’ve chosen to stay small by design because focus delivers quality. Every member of our close-knit team is among the most respected and experienced leadership professionals in their field. We prize cohesion above all else, because when we operate as one, our clients experience a process that’s seamless, efficient, and executed with quiet precision.
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Without layers of bureaucracy or endless approval chains, we make decisions and collaborate in real time, both with each other and with you. This agility means we can move quickly and adapt to what matters most.
We are human →
We centre compassion and relationships in everything we do. You won’t be left in the dark with us, we understand that clarity and responsiveness matter.
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We are relentless in our pursuit of insight and understanding. Every new challenge and opportunity is approached with fresh eyes and thoughtful questions. This ensures we uncover the right solutions and never settle for “good enough.”
For Elena (Ellie), search and recruitment isn’t just about filling roles. It’s about helping people and organisations find alignment, purpose, and potential. Her passion for meaningful work and her genuine care for others make her a natural Luminary. We’re proud to have her lighting the way with us.
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We do what we say.
We treat every career move and every appointment like it’s personal, because to us, it is.
Timely and helpful communication from a team that genuinely cares.
Immediate advice, support and guidance when and where you need it.
A trusted partner alongside you at every step of your career journey.
We put our name on the line to help you build yours.
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A word from our founder
“No one understands Queensland like we do. Our roots, relationships, and market knowledge run deep, built over decades of partnership with leaders, boards, and government across the state. While global firms drop in and out, we’re here on the ground, invested in the people, the place, and the purpose of Queensland’s leadership community.
We combine cutting-edge search with a rigorous, multi-stage assessment process to ensure every leader delivers with impact. Our evaluations go beyond technical skills; we explore values, leadership style, and decision-making capacity to uncover CulturalAdd™, not just fit.
And our commitment doesn’t end there. We remain a trusted partner, monitoring, advising, supporting, and guiding leaders and organisations long after the ink has dried.
That's why we are Queensland most respected and trusted team.”
Russell Fairbanks
Managing Director, Luminary
What we stand for
Luminary (n): A person who stands out in their field and lights the way for others.
We work with transformational leaders to deliver sustainable results for business and society. People (our candidates, clients, and team) are at the centre of everything we do. Our values guide every decision and interaction:
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Challenge the status quo. Ask questions. Iterate. Innovate continuously. Chase the ‘why’.
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Seek brighter futures for all. Illuminate leadership potential and opportunities. Lead with conviction.
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Speak up, seize opportunities, and stay open-minded. Call it out, respectfully. Own it.
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Take smart, reflexive action to adapt to changing markets and technology. Be dynamic and agile.
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Do good by being good. Pay it forward, collaborate, and act with humility. Raise the bar.
Built to illuminate possibility
At Luminary, being proudly and purposefully local isn’t a tagline; it’s our competitive edge.
We live and work where our clients and candidates do. We understand the nuances of local markets, the personalities behind the policies, and the unique blend of ambition and authenticity that defines leadership in our state.
For clients, this means faster access to trusted networks, better insight into local talent movements, and a partner who understands the political, cultural, and economic context of every appointment.
For candidates, we advocate for leaders who want to make an impact in Queensland, people who choose to stay, contribute, and lead here.
Our deep roots give us something national firms can’t replicate: trust built over time. Luminary’s reach is relational, not transactional, connecting influential leaders with inspiring organisations that share their values and vision for our state.
