Download GRAI Application Form Assistant Director of Corporate Governance Compliance here.docx
Download GRAI Candidate Booklet AP Corporate Governance Compliance here.docx
The GRAI is seeking to appoint an Assistant Director of Corporate Governance Compliance (Assistant Principal Officer - Standard Scale).
Successful applicants will be placed on a panel for a period of up to 18 months to fill future vacancies for Assistant Director of Corporate Governance Compliance (AP - Standard Scale) or similar roles.
The Role:
Reporting to the Director of People and Corporate Services, the Assistant Director of Corporate Governance Compliance (AP - Standard Scale) will have the responsibility for developing and managing the corporate governance function of the GRAI.
Supporting the Director of People and Corporate Services, the Assistant Director will ensure the establishment, maintenance, monitoring of best practice policies, procedures, reporting, and compliance in accordance with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies and other obligations including statutory provisions as appropriate. This role involves responsibility for the administrative arrangements for the GRAI's seven-member Board and its Committees, managing internal and external audits, ensuring GDPR compliance, handling Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, procurement, protected disclosures and fulfilling other statutory obligations and duties as required.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead the development and management of GRAI’s corporate governance function.
- Establish and implement best practice governance policies and procedures aligned with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies.
- Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including GDPR, FOI, and data protection regulations.
- Lead procurement within the GRAI including the development of policies and procedures and the monitoring and reporting of procurement compliance
- Lead and oversee the administrative arrangements for the GRAI Board and its Audit & Risk Committee, ICT Steering Committee and other Committees, ensuring effective governance practices.
- Ensure the timely provision of relevant information to the Authority and its sub-committees to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Lead and manage the preparation and distribution of materials for Authority Members.
- Ensure compliance with ethics requirements, including disclosures of interest and other governance-related disclosures.
- Manage and oversee corporate reporting requirements, including the Strategic Plan, Annual Business Plans, Annual Report, and other corporate publications.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting to meet all regulatory and statutory obligations.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective governance and compliance practices.
- Provide expert governance advice to senior management, relevant committees and staff members.
Essential Criteria
Either:
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum NFQ Level 7) in a discipline such as Law, Public Administration, Business, Risk Management, Compliance, Corporate Governance, or other related field.
AND
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the development and management of governance frameworks within a regulated or public sector environment
OR
- A minimum of five years’ experience in the development and management of governance frameworks within a regulated or public sector environment.
In addition to:
- Proven experience aligning governance policies and practices with the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies or a comparable regulatory framework.
- Strong track record in supporting organisational strategy and business objectives through effective governance practices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of GDPR, FOI, data protection regulations, and other statutory obligations.
- Experience in public sector, including familiarity with government processes, regulatory frameworks, and public service values.
Desirable Criteria
- A recognised governance or compliance qualification (e.g. from The Chartered Governance Institute (CGI), Compliance Institute (Ireland), Institute of Public Administration, or a relevant equivalent);
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage corporate reporting requirements, including strategic planning and annual reporting.
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 Friday 10th October 2025.
If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt of your application within 24 hours of applying, please email: grai@consciatalent.com

Download Candidate Booklet and Application Form:
Download GRAI Application Form Assistant Director of Corporate Governance Compliance here.docx
Download GRAI Candidate Booklet AP Corporate Governance Compliance here.docx
