The GRAI is seeking to establish a panel at Higher Executive Officer (Standard Scale) level and have one vacancy at present. The Panel will cover a term of 18 months and successful candidates may be assigned to any of the following departments based on organisational needs and their skills: 

Licensing: GRAI’s licensing department is responsible for the development, implementation and administration of a strong, effective, comprehensive and fair licensing regime for betting, gaming, lotteries and associated businesses in Ireland in order to ensure that any organisations successfully licensed to engage in business in the gambling sector in Ireland have undergone thorough vetting and have met prescribed standards based on legislative requirements and on international best practice. The Licensing Department is comprised of three sections responsible for evaluating and vetting applications: Legal/Professional, Financial, and Technical. 

Enforcement and Anti-Money Laundering (AML): The department is responsible for the enforcement of gambling regulations, ensuring compliance with AML standards within the gambling sector, and maintaining sports integrity in the context of gambling activities. The team play a key role in defending the GRAI's decisions in Judicial Reviews, overseeing sanctions for breaches of the Gambling Regulation Act, enforcing anti-money laundering measures specific to gambling, and addressing sports integrity concerns directly related to the industry. 

Compliance and Dispute Resolution: The Compliance and DR Team develop and implement regulatory compliance measures and dispute resolution mechanisms in the gambling industry. They ensure the effective monitoring of compliance with legislative provisions and resolve disputes arising in the gambling sector, thereby safeguarding consumer interests. 

The GRAI has one current vacancy at Higher Executive Officer (Standard Scale) in the Licensing Department.

The Role

Reporting to an Assistant Principal, the Higher Executive Officer (Standard Scale) will be a key member of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland in pursuit of goals of the organisation.  

Supporting the Assistant Principal, the successful candidate will advise and interact with senior management in respect of their areas of responsibility and play a central role in the successful establishment and effective operation of the Authority. They will be responsible for contributing to the development and fulfilment of GRAI’s strategic objectives and supporting the management of the projects, budgets and development of policies where required. 

GRAI aims to be an employer of choice, offering hybrid and flexible working. Our HR strategy will emphasise diversity, digital first, excellence in performance and continuous professional development of an exceptional workforce. 

Key Responsibilities

The Higher Executive Officer is a middle management role, with varied responsibilities including but not limited to: 

• Drafting and implementing policies, regulations, and operational frameworks to support the GRAI’s strategic objectives. 

• Assessing licensing applications and monitoring licensees for compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. 

• Managing complaints and disputes, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring timely resolution in line with regulatory guidelines. 

• Liaising with external stakeholders as appropriate and maintain a robust relationship with stakeholders. 

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the latest developments in gambling and gaming products and technologies. 

• Monitor and enforce compliance with gambling regulations, providing guidance and updates to operators as necessary. 

• Leading and participating in cross-departmental projects and initiatives as required. 

• Preparing reports, data analysis, and briefings for senior management and external stakeholders. 

• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. 

Essential Criteria

In order to be eligible to apply for this role you must have/demonstrate in your application form that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as law, business, public administration, finance, data analytics, or related fields. 

• A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience. 

• Excellent IT skills, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook and MS PowerPoint. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders. 

Desirable Criteria

• Professional certifications in relevant technical or regulatory fields. 
• Knowledge of international gambling regulations and best practices. 
• Experience in public sector, including familiarity with government processes, regulatory frameworks, and public service values. 

How to Apply

Please Complete GRAI Application Form which can be found at the top of this page.

Full information on the job specification, the Essential and Desirable requirements, and the process can be found in the candidate booklet.

Please note interviews for these posts are likely to commence w/c 24th March 2025. 

Applications can only be made by submitting your application form to this portal before 3pm Tuesday 18th March 2025.

Only applications correctly and fully submitted online will be accepted into the campaign.

Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.