Regulatory Officer

Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Work-life balance

Well-being programs

Accommodations for needs

Job summary

Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission – Melbourne VIC is recruiting a Regulatory Officer to support regulation and oversight of Victoria's wagering, bookmakers, sports controlling bodies, lottery and keno sectors.

The role involves licensing assessments, monitoring and compliance activities, risk identification and stakeholder engagement to promote integrity and fairness in gambling regulation.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, follow policies and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information and identify risks.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support licensing assessments, monitoring and compliance activities.
• Identify risks and develop appropriate regulatory recommendations.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote integrity, safety and fairness in the industry.
• Deliver regulatory responses within a risk-based, intelligence-led framework.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

Analytical reasoning

Stakeholder relations

Prioritisation

Job description

Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission – Melbourne VIC

The VGCCC is an independent regulator committed to protecting Victorians by reducing gambling harm and fostering a safe, sustainable gambling sector. Our efforts are focussed on identifying risks early, holding industry to account and strengthening community trust in gambling regulation.

We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where people are empowered to act with courage, make it happen, work together, respect others, and act with integrity. We foster a culture where people feel connected and can contribute to our shared purpose.

We seek to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and strongly encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

Recognised by WORK 180 as an Employer of Choice for Women, we are proud recipients of the 2026 Equitable Employer Awards for Pay Equity and Employee Support and Safety Services

The Regulatory Officer will support the regulation and oversight of Victoria's wagering, bookmakers, sports controlling bodies, lottery and keno sectors. Working within a risk-based, intelligence-led regulatory framework, this position will support licensing assessments, monitoring and compliance activities, risk identification, stakeholder engagement, and the delivery of regulatory responses that promote integrity, safety, and fairness across the industry.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, follow policies and procedures and support evidence-based decision making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information, identify risks and develop appropriate recommendations.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders to support effective regulatory outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic environment.

What we can offer you

We are committed to building a connected, capable and empowered workforce, providing our people with opportunities to grow and thrive in their career.

We offer:

• Meaningful work that contributes to reducing gambling harm.
• A genuine commitment to support work/life balance (appropriate to the nature of the role)
• Tailored initiatives that support well-being and psychological safety including an annual influenza vaccination program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• A safe and engagingenvironment, including adjustments and accommodations to support people with different needs.

The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including a nationally coordinated police check and misconduct screening.