Download GRAI Candidate Booklet AO Licensing here.docx
Download GRAI Application Form AO Licensing here.docx
The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) is a new statutory body that is responsible for the licensing and regulation of gambling, gaming, betting and certain lottery activities. Our role is to make sure gambling activities are well-regulated and fair.
The GRAI is seeking to appoint an Administrative Officer, Licensing (AO - Standard Scale). Successful applicants will be placed on a panel for a period of up to 18 months to fill future vacancies at Administrative Officer (AO – Standard Scale) grade in the Licensing Department. The GRAI has one current vacancy at AO (Standard Scale) in the Licensing Department.
Reporting to an Assistant Principal, the Administrative Officer (Standard Scale) will be a key member of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland in pursuit of goals of the organisation. The Administrative Officer (AO) will work in managing the volume of licensing applications, ensuring records are kept up to date, and facilitating communication between applicants and the Licensing Department. They will review the suitability and viability of applicants, ensuring adherence to relevant standards.
Essential Criteria
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must clearly demonstrate in your application form that you meet all of the following essential criteria:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Level 7 on the NFQ)
- Two years of experience in an administrative or support role, within a relevant professional environment e.g. regulatory, legal, compliance, governance, finance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with practical experience in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Desirable Criteria
- Candidates who meet the essential criteria and can demonstrate the following may have an advantage:
- Proven track record of maintaining high levels of accuracy in data entry and document management tasks
- Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting routine correspondence in a professional setting.
- Evidence of managing multiple administrative tasks concurrently, with examples of meeting deadlines, prioritising workloads, or coordinating competing responsibilities in a high-volume or time-sensitive environment.
- Previous experience working in the gambling industry particularly in roles involving licensing, regulation, or compliance.
How to Apply
Conscia will be managing all aspects of the recruitment process on behalf of the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland. Applications should be made online through https://consciatalent.com/grai and by attaching a completed application form , downloadable at the link above.
Your application must be submitted on the https://consciatalent.com/grai website not later than 3pm (Irish time) on Monday 1 September 2025.
If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within 24 hours of applying, please email: grai@consciatalent.com
