Data Analysis Specialist

General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority - GCGRA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) seeks a Data Analyst to support collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of gaming industry data. You will prepare reliable datasets, identify trends, and develop visualizations for internal stakeholders under the guidance of the AI and Data Solutions Architect Manager.

Responsibilities include data collection methodologies, data integrity, and translating insights into regulatory actions, with emphasis on compliance and secure

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of data analysis, BI, reporting or analytics experience in regulated/government/financial services or gaming environments.
• Bachelor's (Master's desirable) in a relevant field; professional certs are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of statistical techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive modelling.

Responsibilities

• Support data collection methodologies to ensure accurate data acquisition from gaming operators.
• Maintain data management systems to organize, store, validate, and secure datasets.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Perform data analysis using statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, outliers, and anomalies.
• Translate complex data insights into actionable recommendations for regulatory decision-making.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree in statistics, data science, computer science, economics or information systems

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

As the Data Analyst at GCGRA, you will support the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of data related to the gaming industry. The role contributes to evidence-based decision-making and regulatory oversight by preparing reliable datasets, identifying trends and anomalies, developing clear visualizations, and translating analysis into practical insights for internal stakeholders. The role is expected to work under the guidance of the AI and Data Solutions Architect Manager and collaborate with relevant teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and secure handling.

Job Description

As the Data Analyst at GCGRA, you will support the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of data related to the gaming industry. The role contributes to evidence-based decision-making and regulatory oversight by preparing reliable datasets, identifying trends and anomalies, developing clear visualizations, and translating analysis into practical insights for internal stakeholders. The role is expected to work under the guidance of the AI and Data Solutions Architect Manager and collaborate with relevant teams to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and secure handling.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and documentation of data collection methodologies and procedures to ensure accurate and reliable data acquisition from gaming operators.
• Maintain and use data management systems and processes to organize, store, validate, and maintain datasets securely in line with established standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure data integrity, consistency, and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Perform data analysis using appropriate statistical techniques to identify trends, patterns, outliers, and anomalies in gaming data.
• Support statistical modelling, hypothesis testing, and evaluation activities to help assess regulatory policies, enforcement actions, and operational trends.
• Translate complex data analysis results into clear and actionable insights to inform decision‑making processes.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports on gaming industry performance, key metrics, and regulatory compliance, including clear and accurate data visualizations for internal reporting and decision‑making.
• Support the monitoring and assessment of gaming operators' compliance with regulatory requirements by analyzing relevant data, indicators, and reporting outputs.
• Contribute analytical insights and evidence to support the development of regulatory policies, guidelines, and internal decision‑making.
• Provide data‑related inputs, analysis, and recommendations to support regulatory frameworks, guidelines, and related governance activities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in data analysis, business intelligence, reporting, or analytics, preferably within a regulated, government, financial services, technology, or gaming‑related environment. Proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent BI platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in statistics, data science, computer science, economics, information systems, or a related field; a master's degree or relevant professional certification is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of statistical techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive modelling.
• Familiarity with regulatory, compliance, or risk management environments is preferred; prior exposure to the gaming industry is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey data analysis results to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of data protection and privacy regulations related to handling sensitive gaming data is desirable.

Core Technical Competencies

• Uses relevant IT, cloud, and data platform capabilities to support data collection, storage, processing, validation, and reporting activities for regulatory and analytical purposes.
• Applies established information security requirements when handling, analyzing, and reporting data, and follows approved security controls and policies.
• Conducts data analysis, statistical modelling, and data interpretation activities to generate insights, identify trends, and support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Understands relevant application, reporting, and data platform dependencies to help identify data issues and support effective use of analytical tools.
• Applies awareness of regulatory, compliance, and assurance requirements related to data usage, reporting, and protection in a regulated gaming environment.
• Provides data‑driven analytical support for regulated and gaming‑related activities as required, under the guidance of relevant subject matter experts.
• Works with internal stakeholders, external entities, and data providers to support data quality, consistency, and effective use of analytical outputs.
• Supports the alignment of data analysis activities, reporting, and insights with organizational priorities, regulatory objectives, and governance frameworks.

Leadership & Behavioral Expectations

• Takes ownership of the quality, accuracy, and reliability of analytical outputs and statistical insights.
• Communicates complex data findings clearly and effectively to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrates adaptability and analytical rigour when responding to evolving regulatory questions, data sources, and analytical requirements.
• Acts with integrity and professionalism, ensuring confidentiality, objectivity, and adherence to data governance and ethical standards.

About Us

The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) is the federal executive agency responsible for regulating and overseeing commercial gaming in the United Arab Emirates. We aim to drive sustainable growth by cultivating world‑class commercial gaming operations and implementing efficient regulation, grounded in the principles of integrity, innovation, and responsible practices.
Established by Federal Law by Decree and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the GCGRA is the executive authority that holds exclusive jurisdiction to regulate, license, and supervise all commercial gaming activities and facilities in the UAE.