ABOUT
Jane carey gaicd
bch mgmt (empl. rel.)
I started my career in the real estate industry which led to me co-founding a recruitment agency in 1998 working closely with clients in the property sector. As CEO for many years I lived the day to day challenge of navigating economic cycles, business change, managing staff, building client relationships and juggling the demands of running a successful business.
After selling a majority share in Edge Recruitment in 2023 and working through a careful transition to the new owners, I took a 12 month sabbatical to travel and reset. I now use my experience to work with business owners, boards and decision-makers to tackle challenges, set goals and help position their businesses for success.
As an experienced board director I’ve worked with organisations of all sizes, across the private and not-for-profit sectors, navigating complex governance and risk issues with a strong focus on commercial success and positive customer outcomes.
While based in the city I grew up in a farming family and have a love of regional Australia. I enjoy a blend of working with individuals and organisations in regional settings in addition to city based clients.
Finalist Telstra Business Women of the Year
Finalist Telstra Small Business of the Year
Experience
Managing Director - Carey Advisory
2025 - current
CEO - Edge Recruitment (SA) Pty Ltd
1998 - 2024
Non Executive Director - Grandcarers SA
2025 - current
Non Executive Director - Uniting Country SA
2025 - current
Non Executive Director – Edge Recruitment (SA) Pty Ltd
2024 - current
Non Executive Director - Cara
Chair of Remuneration & Nominations Committee
2018 - 2023
Chair – St Raphaels School Parkside
2011 - 2017
What Sets me Apart
Personalised Approach
Business is all about people. I take the time to understand your unique challenges and tailor solutions to meet your needs and goals.
Results-Driven
Continually reviewing goals and outcomes together to ensure a meaningful impact on you and your business.
Professionalism
A history of building personal and business relationships based on respect, integrity and a commitment to achieving great outcomes.
Experience
Real world business experience running a profitable business while navigating the highs and lows of economic cycles, industry and legislative change.