About the GRAI

In October 2024, the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 was signed into law by the President. This allowed the establishment of Údarás Rialála Cearrbhachais na hÉireann, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI), as an independent, statutory body responsible for regulating and licensing the gambling industry in Ireland.

The establishment of the GRAI is an important development in ensuring a well-regulated gambling sector in Ireland, while protecting the public from gambling harms. The new regulator will focus on public safety and wellbeing,  cover gambling online and in person, and have powers to regulate advertising, gambling, websites, and apps.

The GRAI possesses essential enforcement powers to take appropriate and targeted action when providers do not adhere to the licensing terms, conditions, and regulations set forth by the Authority.

The GRAI will:

• License, supervise and control gambling activities in the State
• Establish a National Gambling Exclusion Register
• Establish, maintain and administer a Social Impact Fund
• Establish Standards for certain gambling products or services
• Impose obligations on licensees in areas such as advertising, inducements and obligations relating to children
• Monitor and enforce compliance by licensees
• Deal with complaints
• Enhance public awareness and communicate with public on licensing and gambling activities
• Take measures to stop prohibited gambling activities

Why work at the GRAI?

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.

GRAI will be hiring for a number of key positions over the next 24 months as we continue to implement and embed our regulatory framework. These roles will play a crucial role in the development of an effective regulator and the delivery of our overall objectives. With a diverse array of specialist roles available, each position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help shape the industry's future.

Join the GRAI at a transformative moment for the new Authority, where you can play a crucial role in shaping a responsible gambling environment. As part of the GRAI team, you'll ensure that licensees adhere to stringent legislation while also helping to implement the GRAI's 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 in GRAI:

• Blended working environment with flexible working hours
• Educational supports through employer sponsored programmes.
• 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 to work for all its staff. We encourage and welcome skilled people from all backgrounds to join our organisation.

GRAI’s 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 GRAI’s work, whilst being able to contribute to a well-regulated and stable gambling sector.

This is your chance to make a significant impact, guiding industry practices and safeguarding the community.