Lead Wagering and Betting Licence

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time

Salary: $113,022 - $124,884

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Governance and risk management

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/GC6146

At the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC), we are modernising the way we regulate the gambling sector. Our focus is on risk-based decision making and building deep understanding of the key risks that affect community safety and the integrity and fairness of the gambling industry.

Join us during a time of revitalisation and innovation. You will be part of a team ensuring our regulatory efforts are both proactive and responsive across all industry sectors, allowing us to uphold the highest standards in gambling regulation.

Why Join Us?

The VGCCC is an independent statutory authority with a globally leading approach to regulation of the gambling industry, ensuring that we focus on minimizing harm to the Victorian community.

We are a values driven, inclusive organisation and are looking for people with demonstrated expertise in their field, who are committed to helping us drive our values – 'act with courage', 'make it happen', 'work together', 'respect others', and 'act with integrity'

We strive for exceptional employee experience and actively seek to build a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. We foster a culture of belonging and inclusion where diverse perspectives are valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, ethnic, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, religious beliefs, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people who are diverse in gender and sexuality.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK 180

Our Opportunity

The Lead Wagering and Betting Licence is responsible for supervising a team of staff delivering licencing, monitoring and enforcement activities as part of an end-to-end regulatory approach that is risk based and intelligence led. These activities include licencing application assessments, desktop audits and assessments, overseeing compliance with obligations, inspections, observations, investigations and enforcement functions.

To be successful in this position you will have:

• Experience in regulatory operations is preferred.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in risk, audit, law, business administration or public policy is desirable.
• Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent qualification is desirable.

You will be part of a purpose-driven organisation at a pivotal time — where your skills and ideas can truly make a difference.

What we can offer you

We value our employees and provide our people with:

• Meaningful work that prioritises, integrity, fairness and community safety.
• Opportunities to grow and learn new skills to build a fulfilling career.
• Collaborative and supportive culture that encourages success and growth.
• An attractive salary package with salary sacrifice options.
• A genuine commitment to support work/life balance (through a range of flexible working options appropriate to the nature of work performed)
• Tailored initiatives that support well-being and psychological safety.
• A safe and engaging environment for all employees, including the adjustments and accommodations we can offer to people with different needs.

How to Apply

If you want to help shape the future of gambling regulation in Victoria, please click the Apply Now button on this advertisement.

Applications should include a cover letter and resume addressing the technical expertise requirements of the position.

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 Scott Brown, Manager Wagering and Sports Controlling Bodies at

Applications close 21 September 2025.

Important Information

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which include nationally coordinated police check and misconduct screening.

Applications close Sunday 21 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

5 September 2025