Senior Gambling Regulator

Marketplace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Internal Affairs in Auckland is recruiting a Senior Gambling Regulator to lead complex audits, investigations and licensing decisions within a modern, risk-based regulatory framework. You will inspect venues, engage with operators, and provide coaching to a national team to strengthen regulatory practice.

The role requires sound judgement, resilience and the ability to navigate a complex environment, with an appointing range of NZD 100,357 to 123,775 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience producing regulatory decisions that are robust and defensible.
• Ability to lead and coach others to strengthen regulatory practice.
• Strong judgement and resilience in a regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and undertake complex audits, investigations and compliance activity.
• Conduct venue and casino inspections.
• Assess and process complex licensing and regulatory decisions.
• Engage with operators and stakeholders to lift compliance and promote best practice.
• Provide coaching and technical leadership across a national team.

Skills

Audits & investigations

Regulatory decision writing

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

# Senior Gambling Regulator at Department of Internal Affairs, Auckland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Department of Internal Affairs - Regulatory Services Group**Are you looking to build your regulatory career as a senior practitioner? Do you want to be part of a modern, risk'based regulator ensuring New Zealanders can enjoy gambling that is safe, fair, and contributes positively to community wellbeing?The Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's largest regulators. Within Regulatory Services, we minimise harm and maximise benefit through effective oversight of the gambling system under the **Gambling Act 2003**. We work collaboratively, use intelligence and innovation, and target regulatory effort where it makes the greatest difference.The roleAs a **Senior Gambling Regulator**, based in **Auckland**, you will play a critical role in delivering responsive, risk'based regulation across the gambling sector. You will:* Lead and undertake **complex audits, investigations and compliance activity*** Conduct **venue and casino inspections*** Assess and process **complex licensing and regulatory decisions*** Engage confidently with operators and stakeholders to lift compliance and promote best practice* Provide **coaching, mentoring and technical leadership** across a national team of regulatorsNo two days are the same. This role requires sound judgement, resilience, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex regulatory environment.What we're looking forWe are seeking a **modern senior regulator** who:* Can navigate complexity and ambiguity in a regulatory context* Produces high-quality, clear, and well-reasoned regulatory decisions and written outputs that are robust, defensible, and capable of withstanding internal and external scrutiny* Builds effective relationships and can engage, influence and challenge where required* Provides technical leadership and develops others to strengthen regulatory practice* Brings persistence, resilience and strong professional judgement* Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a high'performing, values'driven teamThe appointing range for this role **$100,357 - $123,775**.**Why join DIA**You will be part of an organisation with a strong public purpose and a clear focus on harm minimisation, fairness and system integrity. We support professional development and value diverse perspectives.DIA is an **equal opportunity employer**. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone has equal access and opportunity.To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nzTo review the full job description, please click here.**How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono**We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our recruitment team below if there is any support we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.Applications for this role closes **5pm, Wednesday 25th November 2026**. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.If you have any questions please e-mail Fiona Auld, [e-mail].## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Department of Internal Affairs || Location: | Auckland || Position type: | Ongoing - Full Time || Category: | Accounting & finance || Date listed: | 11-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 25-Nov-2026 || Reference: | 1003103\\_1794368524 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.dia.govt.nz |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.