The Role - Overview Reporting to the Assistant Director of Licensing, the Licensing Manager, Legal/Professional (HEO - Standard Scale) will be a critical role responsible for ensuring that gambling operators applying for licences have appropriate corporate structures in place and that their policies and procedures comply with the Gambling Regulation Act and associated regulations. Supporting the Assistant Director of Licensing (AP), the successful candidate will review the suitability and viability of applicants, ensuring adherence to relevant legal standards and codes of practice. This role requires a thorough understanding of complex corporate structures and regulatory compliance. GRAI aims to be an employers of choice, offering hybrid and flexible working. Our HR strategy will emphasise diversity, digital first, excellence in performance and continuous professional development of an exceptional workforce. Key Responsibilities: Ensure operators applying for gambling licences have appropriate corporate structures and adhere to the Gambling Regulation Act and associated regulations. Review and assess the suitability and viability of licence applicants, focusing on their corporate policies and procedures, including Anti-Money Laundering, Know Your Customer, Player Safety and other relevant documents and processes. Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, and codes of practice in the licensing process. Provide advice and guidance on complex corporate structures and compliance issues. Conduct detailed examinations of corporate structures and financial statements of applicants, assessing their viability for licence application and issuing recommendations to Assistant Directors and other relevant members of staff. Liaise with senior staff, licence applicants, and external stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of licensing requirements and processes. Provide clear and concise communication regarding legal and regulatory standards. Plan and oversee records and file management in a GDPR-compliant manner. Ensure records are maintained to the standard required in the event of a court challenge. Administer a large fee register on a self-financing basis, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of fees. Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Essential Criteria In order to be eligible to apply for this role you must have/demonstrate in your C.V. and/or Cover Letter the following: A Bachelors degree in Law, Business Administration, Regulatory Compliance, or a related field. Experience in administering or applying for licences in a comparable complex application or licensing regime. Proven ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and codes of practice. Experience in analysing corporate structures and finances. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior staff and licence applicants. Strong planning and organizational skills, with experience in GDPR-compliant records and file management. Desirable Criteria Experience in administering a large fee register on a self-financing basis. Previous experience in the gambling or regulatory industry. Experience in public sector, including familiarity with government processes, regulatory frameworks, and public service values. How to Apply Full information on the job specification, the Essential and Desirable requirements, and the process can be found in the candidate booklet. Please note interviews for these posts are likely tocommencew/c 16thDecember 2024. Applications can only be made by submitting your completed application form to this portal before3pm on Thursday 28th November 2024. Only applications correctly and fully submitted online will be accepted into the campaign. CV's will not be accepted or considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.