Future-facing non-executive directors.

Grow, innovate, and thrive. Luminary helps you find the right people for the right roles, whether you're looking for a single director or an entire board.

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Board Search, Selection and Assessment

Luminary specialises in recruiting Non-Executive Directors across industries and organisation types.

From establishing full boards to placing individual directors, we ensure candidates bring the skills, experience, and strategic insight your organisation requires.

Boards play a critical role in governance, management, corporate performance, and strategic direction. That’s why appointing the right members is key to organisational success.

Our consulting team serve as Non-Executive Directors and are graduates of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Course.

By leveraging extensive networks and advanced search technology, we connect you with non-executives who can add genuine value.

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We have successfully recruited Chairs, Non-Executive Directors, and Advisory Boards for:

  • Private, equity-backed, and family-owned businesses

  • Not-for-profit and start-up organisations

  • Governments

  • Publicly listed companies.

Governance Expertise

In partnership with one of Australia’s largest and oldest specialist corporate advisory firms, we provide expert support in governance, strategy, and risk management.

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We combine our extensive networks, rigorous research, and practical, field-tested methods to help Boards identify challenges and develop solutions tailored to their needs. Core services include:

  • Board Enhancement & Maturity

  • Board Establishment

  • Board Review

  • CEO Assessment

  • Director Skills & Competency Assessment

  • Director Self and Peer Contribution Appraisal

  • Governance Review

  • Risk Governance

  • Strategy Services.

We also design bespoke solutions to meet unique organisational requirements.

Words of praise from our happy clients

  • Chief Executive Officer, ASX-listed company

    “We have used Luminary on three occasions to recruit seven senior executives. The highest compliment I can give is that Luminary just get it — they understand leadership and true partnership.”

  • Director-General, Queensland Government

    “Luminary is among the very best recruiters. Their nationwide search for Deputy Directors-General produced high-quality outcomes and excellent communication throughout.”

  • Chief Technology Officer, Government Corporation

    “Luminary recruited me from my current role, recognising opportunities I hadn’t considered. This allowed me to continue growing my career.”

  • Deputy Director-General, Queensland Government Department

    “Jon’s professionalism and insight ensured the perfect alignment between candidate aspirations and board requirements - a testament to Luminary’s thoughtful, strategic approach.”

  • Chief Executive Officer, Community Corporation

    “Jane’s professionalism and depth of understanding brought real clarity and confidence to the process - a strong demonstration of Luminary’s governance expertise.”

  • Executive Director, Queensland Government

    “Kerry’s professionalism and support throughout a complex senior appointment reflected Luminary’s precision and partnership.”

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