Regulatory Officer

nan; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work reducing gambling harm

Work-life balance

Well-being program and vaccination

Job summary

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) is Victoria's independent gambling regulator. We are seeking a Regulatory Officer to support regulation of wagering, bookmakers, sports bodies, lottery and keno, using a risk-based, intelligence-led framework in Melbourne.

You will contribute to licensing assessments, monitoring and compliance, identify risks, engage with stakeholders and deliver regulatory responses that promote integrity and safety across the industry.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Regulate Victoria's wagering, bookmakers, sports controlling bodies, lottery and keno sectors within a risk-based framework.
• Assist licensing assessments, monitoring and compliance activities.
• Identify risks and develop regulatory recommendations.
• Engage with stakeholders to support regulatory outcomes and uphold integrity, safety and fairness.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Prioritisation

Job description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $81,496 - $90,227

Grade: VPS 3

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/GC4130

The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) is Victoria's independent gambling regulator. Our regulatory approach consists of licensing and approvals, education and engagement, monitoring and enforcement. We apply these functions using an intelligence led and risk-based approach ensuring we concentrate our regulatory efforts on areas of greatest risk and harm.

The Major Licensing, Sports Controlling Bodies and Bookmakers team plays a key role in regulating Victoria's wagering, bookmaker, sports controlling body, lottery and keno sectors. Through a risk-based and intelligence-led framework, the team supports the bookmaker registration process and oversees compliance, monitoring and enforcement activities to promote industry compliance.

Join us and be part of a high-performing team that plays a critical role in protecting the integrity of Victoria's gambling industry.

Why Join Us?

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

Our Opportunity

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 engaging environment, including adjustments and accommodations to support people with different needs.

If you have any queries in respect of this position or require any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please contact Paul Wilkinson, Lead Sports Controlling Bodies and Bookmakers at [e-mail]

Important Information

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

Applications close Monday 9 November 2026 at 11.59pm