Current Vacancies
Assistant Director, Investigations
(Assistant Principal Officer - Standard Scale)
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland is seeking suitable applications for the role of Assistant Director, Investigations (Assistant Principal Officer - Standard Scale).
Reporting to the Director of Enforcement, Legal & AML, the Assistant Director, Investigations will play a key role in establishing and leading the GRAI’s investigation’s Unit. The role will be central to the development of a robust enforcement framework, ensuring the Authority has the people, processes and systems required to conduct effective investigations and to take effective, proportionate and dissuasive regulatory action.
The successful candidate will lead complex investigations into potential breaches of gambling legislation and regulatory requirements, spanning civil and administrative sanctions processes, as well as matters with a potential criminal dimension. The role will also support the development of investigation procedures, evidence management processes and case management systems to underpin the Authority’s enforcement activities.
The Assistant Director will contribute to the overall work of the Enforcement, Legal & AML directorate and support the Authority in delivering its statutory mandate under the Gambling Regulation Act 2024, and in particular the exercise of the Authority’s investigative and enforcement powers.
For the Candidate’s Information Booklet and link to submit your application: Click Here
Closing Date: Monday, 1st of June 2026 (3p.m.)
Assistant Director, Intelligence and Market Surveillance
(Assistant Principal Officer - Standard Scale)
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland is seeking suitable applications for the role of Assistant Director, Intelligence and Market Surveillance (Assistant Principal Officer - Standard Scale). This is an exciting and challenging role as GRAI continues to grow!
The work of the Intelligence and Market Surveillance Unit will form a core component of the GRAI’s enforcement architecture. The function will support data-driven prioritisation and enforcement decisions that deliver impactful outcomes.
Reporting to the Director of Enforcement, Legal & AML, the Assistant Director, Intelligence and Market Surveillance will establish and lead the Authority’s Intelligence and Market Surveillance Unit. The role will ensure that evidence and intelligence are lawfully gathered, securely managed, rigorously analysed and translated into actionable insight that supports risk-based enforcement, harm reduction and the disruption of illegal activity.
The Unit will gather, triage and action intelligence obtained from a range of sources including open-source intelligence (OSINT), market-monitoring activity, anonymous tip-offs, protected disclosures, consumer complaints, AML-related information and referrals from colleagues across the Authority, industry and partner agencies. The Unit will operate within the statutory framework established by the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 and will support the Authority in performing its obligations as a designated competent authority for AML/CTF supervision.
For the Candidate’s Information Booklet and link to submit your application: Click Here
Closing Date: Monday, 1st of June 2026 (3p.m.)
Why work here?
The GRAI is a vibrant and growing organisation and the first of its kind in Ireland, and presents an opportunity to play a vital role in the evolving landscape of gambling regulation in the country.
At GRAI, our goal is to ensure that every employee feels happy, included, and fulfilled in their role. We’re dedicated to creating a great workplace where every employee can contribute to our collective success.
Join the GRAI at a transformative moment for the new Regulator, where you can play a crucial role in shaping a responsible gambling environment.
We are actively expanding our team and will be recruiting for several key positions as our organisation continues to grow. With a diverse array of specialist roles available, each position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and to help shape the industry's future.
As part of the team, you will ensure that licensees adhere to legislation while also helping to implement our mandate to introduce robust safeguards against problem gambling. Your efforts will also help in protecting children and vulnerable individuals through dedicated regulation, education, and awareness initiatives.
Benefits you can expect from working with the GRAI
Blended working environment with flexible working hours.
Educational supports through employer sponsored programmes.
Confidential counselling services provided as part of our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Public sector pay rates, pension benefits and generous annual leave entitlements.
Personal development opportunities through employer sponsored academic education, paid study leave and in-house training.
Facilitation of Bike to Work Scheme and Tax Saver travel tickets.
Modern city centre office which is easily accessible by DART and many bus routes.
Career Development
GRAI is an equal opportunities employer within the public sector which is focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and rewarding place for all its staff. We encourage and welcome skilled people from all backgrounds to join our organisation.
Our philosophy is to provide opportunities for personal and professional development to all our staff. As a growing organisation GRAI provides a unique opportunity to gain skills and experience on all aspects of our work, whilst being able to contribute to a well-regulated and stable gambling sector.
This is your chance to make a significant impact by guiding industry practices and safeguarding the community.
Come and join us and make a difference!
Application Procedures
The application process for roles in the GRAI will vary according to the specific position or type of competition.
The recruitment process may comprise of several stages, including but not limited to short-listing based on the information submitted, presentation, and competitive interview(s).
