The Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland is seeking suitable applications for the role of Legal Officer, Licensing (Administrative Officer - Standard Scale). Successful applicants will be placed on a panel for a period of up to 18 months to fill future vacancies for a Legal Officer - Licensing (Administrative Officer - Standard Scale) or similar roles.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Licensing (Legal), the Legal Officer - Licensing, (AO - Standard Scale) will be a critical role responsible for ensuring that gambling operators applying for licenses have appropriate corporate structures in place, that the gambling operators satisfy the (i) Legal and Corporate (ii) Account Officer and (iii) Premises Assessment Frameworks.

The successful candidate will ensure that all the application documentation comply with the Gambling Regulation Act and associated regulations. Supporting the Assistant Director of Licensing - Legal (AP), the successful candidate will review the suitability and viability of applicants, ensuring adherence to relevant legal standards and regulations.

This role requires a thorough understanding of legal structures and regulatory compliance. The role will involve providing legal advice, opinion and interpretation of the Gambling Regulation Act 2024 and secondary legislation. This is an excellent opportunity to join a newly established regulator and contribute to the effective, consistent and legally robust assessment of applications, supporting GRAI in carrying out its statutory responsibilities.

For further information and the Candidate Information Booklet, please visit: https://www.consciatalent.com/GRAI

Please note:

Candidates should download, complete, and submit the Application Form 

Closing date for applications is 3 pm on Tuesday, 17 November 2026.