* All new entrants will join the organisation at the bottom of the pay scale. Pay increases will be awarded annually subject to satisfactory performance and to the terms of any government agreements.
ComReg Overview
ComReg is the statutory body responsible for regulating fixed and mobile communications, postal and premium rate services in Ireland. Our mandate is to create a competitive marketplace, to protect and inform consumers, and to encourage innovation. ComReg also manages Ireland’s radio spectrum resource on behalf of the State.
We are a professional, multi-disciplinary and diverse organisation, operating in a dynamic digital regulatory environment that is constantly evolving.
This will be an exciting time of growth for ComReg, as our mandate expands and we take on new statutory responsibilities arising from EU legislation including: the Network and Information Systems (NIS2) Directive, the Critical Entities Resilience (CER) Directive – addressing cybersecurity and network resilience – together with the EU Data Act and the EU AI Act.
While our regulatory role is evolving, our fundamental mission remains the same. ComReg’s mission is to implement effective regulation that supports the delivery of widespread, modern, and resilient digital infrastructure, including communications networks, products, and services which, ultimately, benefit users.
Division Overview
The Corporate Services Team
The Corporate Services Division develops and implements services to support corporate affairs and corporate communications so as to enhance organisational performance and effectiveness. It is a key function, supporting all other Divisions across ComReg in the areas of Human Resources, Health and Safety and Facilities Management, Finance and Procurement, Corporate Governance, Information Technology and Public Affairs and Communications. The Adjudication function is also located in the Corporate Services Division.
The Role and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Finance & Governance Manager, this individual will play an important role in ensuring compliance with organisational Corporate Governance and Risk Management policies and procedures. As part of this role, the successful candidate will work with senior leaders within the organisation ensuring a strong governance culture is embedded within the organisation.
Key areas of responsibility for this role will be:
Corporate Governance & Assurance
Monitor compliance with Code of Practice for Governance of State Bodies
Ongoing development and delivery of an annual assurance mapping exercise
Assist with the development and review of internal governance frameworks, including risk management, internal financial controls and internal non-financial controls and related issues
Preparation of quarterly updates to the Leadership Team on governance and related issues
Assist with monthly Commissioner meetings, preparing agenda, providing updates etc on Governance matters and related issues, minute taking
Monitor compliance with the organisations records management policies
Supporting the Director of Corporate Services and the Head of Finance & Governance with the annual SIPO returns process
Support with the Annual Report development process and associated compliance reporting in advance of submission to the Minister
Assist with various compliance and reporting functions and matters to be published on our website
Business Continuity support and coordination
Risk & Compliance Integration
Collaborate with other members of the Finance & Governance Team to ensure governance and assurance activities are aligned with ComReg’s risk priorities.
Support integration of governance and assurance considerations into corporate strategy, business planning and operational decision-making.
Monitor emerging best practice regulatory and governance trends, assessing implications for ComReg and advising on these issues.
Support the Director of Corporate Services and the Head of Finance & Governance with the ongoing development and maintenance of the Corporate Risk Register.
Assist with the development of functional area risk register reporting and monitoring of activities
Culture & Communication
Support the promotion of a strong governance culture across ComReg by improving our existing training and awareness initiatives.
Develop and deliver awareness-raising and development initiatives to support ComReg staff in understanding their governance and assurance responsibilities
Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of processes and structures, leveraging technology, automation, and best practice
There may be other general business support and administrative duties assigned to the successful candidate.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Degree in a business administration or a related discipline (Level 8 NFQ)
Experience in a relevant role with a focus on corporate governance and compliance
Strategic thinking with proven analysis, business process and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, to include presentation and report-writing abilities.
Proven experience in building and maintaining cross divisional relationships, including with senior management and staff at all levels.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications, and in particular excellent skills in Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
Desirable
A qualification in corporate governance or similar
Experience of Microsoft Business Central application
Relevant experience in regulatory agencies or other public bodies
Professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, CIMA, ACCA
Core Competencies & Skills for the Role
In addition to your qualifications and experience, you will bring professional competencies and skills in the following core areas:
Technical Knowledge & Continuous Improvement – Possesses a command over the technical and professional skills for a particular discipline. Keeps an open mind. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement.
Ownership & Accountability Applies professional ethical standards. Takes responsibility for work activities and personal actions. Follows through on commitments. Acknowledges mistakes and learns from them. Maintains effective interactions with outsourced service providers.
Communicating & Influencing Communicates clearly, confidently and respectfully. Engages, persuades and convinces others to follow a particular course of action. Ensures all relevant parties are appropriately updated and notified.
Teamwork Promotes and enhances team performance through working collaboratively and in cooperation with others to achieve goals. Interacts in a manner that builds respect and fosters trust.
Planning and Organising Establishes and monitors priorities, systematically differentiating between urgent, important and unimportant tasks. Plans and manages activities to consistently deliver results. Meets objectives within agreed predetermined time frames and deals with urgent operational situations expeditiously.
Our Package
We are offering an attractive package:
Salary €64,105.75 – €88,531.48* (entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)
Dublin city centre location – IFSC
Blended working environment – 2 days in the office (flexibility for more days may be required depending on business needs)
28 days Annual Leave per year increases with service
Attractive pension scheme
Fully paid Maternity, Paternity and Parent’s leave
Travel tax saver scheme, Access to Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a member run sports and social club
*(entry will be at the minimum point and the rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy.)
Check out the Recruitment section of our Careers website if you have any questions or need further information about the role or the recruitment process -https://www.comreg.ie/about/careers/recruitment-faq/
Please Note (1)
We hope that our recruitment process supports applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We understand that having a diverse workforce contributes to making us stronger as an organisation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates with disabilities.
Please let us know if there are any reasonable accommodations we can make to enable you to take part in the process by creating the environment to give you the best opportunity to show your strengths and competencies. Rest assured that whatever information you disclose will only be used to enable us to provide the necessary support and will never have a bearing on the outcome of the process.
Please Note (2)
ComReg assesses all applicants fairly based on the requirements for the role. Due to the high volume of applications we receive for positions, we are unable to provide feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If you are short-listed for interview, and are subsequently unsuccessful, you can request verbal feedback from your recruitment contact – if you are represented by an agency.
Check out the Recruitment section of our Careers website if you have any questions or need further information about the role or the recruitment process – https://www.comreg.ie/about/careers/recruitment-faq/
