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Download GRAI Application Form Assistant Director of Human Resources 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 Role
Reporting to the Director of People and Corporate Services, the Assistant Director of Human Resources (AP - Standard Scale) will have the responsibility for developing the GRAI HR Strategy, workforce planning including identifying and recruiting specialist expertise, on-boarding & off-boarding of staff and the roll-out of effective performance management and the development of the Learning, Development and Training Plan ensuring that staff are equipped to deliver on the GRAI remit.
Supporting the Director of People and Corporate Services, the Assistant Director will manage the HR Operations, L&D, employee engagement, industrial relations, including grievance and disciplinary processes, and attend the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) as required. This role involves contributing to and managing the development of corporate strategy and annual business planning, fostering a strong corporate culture, and positioning the GRAI as an employer of choice.
Essential Criteria
 To be eligible to apply for this role, you must clearly demonstrate in your application form that you meet the following essential criteria:
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum NFQ Level 7) in Human Resources, Business, Organisational Psychology, or other related field.
- A minimum of five years’ cumulative experience in Human Resources, including at least three years in a management or senior HR advisory role involving strategic planning, policy development, or operational delivery.
- Proven ability to lead an HR function with excellent working knowledge of HR organisational policies and procedures.
- Proven experience in leading or supporting recruitment and performance management processes
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic HR initiatives, including preparing or supporting submissions for resource planning, workforce reviews, or organisational design projects
- Demonstrated track record in all of the following HR areas:
- Employee Relations or Industrial Relations
- Employee Engagement
- Learning and Development
- Talent Management and Retention
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience using HR Information Systems for reporting and analysis.
Desirable Criteria
- A Master’s degree (NFQ Level 9) in Human Resources, Strategic Management, or a related discipline.
- Formal qualification with CIPD.
- Demonstrated experience working in a public sector or regulated environment.
- Proven ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with a high level of discretion and professional integrity
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
