ComReg Graduate Programme

Commission for Communications Regulation

We are looking for graduates across three streams:

• Economics
• Data Science
• Geography

What you will be doing

Our two-year programme will give each graduate the opportunity to develop skills in areas such as regulation, policymaking, analysis, team-working, communication and stakeholder management. Each graduate will rotate across two divisions and will be provided with ongoing support and ample opportunity for professional development, allowing you to contribute to shaping and implementing complex regulatory policy initiatives.

What you will learn

Our graduate programme offers an excellent springboard for your future career. On completion, you will be equipped with the skills and experience to match your academic background, making you a strong potential candidate for any future roles with us, or within the wider market.

Who are we looking for

Our values of Integrity, Impartiality, Effectiveness, Excellence and Transparency are fundamental to everything that we do, and we strive to embed these in all our practices.

A degree or postgraduate qualification ( a minimum of a (level NFQI Level 8) 2.2 degree) in Economics, Data Science, Geography, or another closely related discipline with a relevant quantitative element is a requirement for these graduate roles. We welcome applications from individuals who have graduated in a relevant discipline between January 2023 and August 2025.

Additional requirements of the roles include:

• You must be available to start the role in September 2025, based at our Dublin HQ.
• A high degree of fluency in oral and written English
• It is essential to have the legal entitlement to live and work in Ireland for the full duration of the programme (September 2025 – September 2027).

What we offer

• A competitive starting salary of €38,000 in year one rising to €40,000 in year two (subject to satisfactory completion of year one)
• City Centre location
• 28 days Annual Leave per year
• Blended working environment (typically two days in the office each week)
• Access to the ComReg mentoring programme
• Access to Wellbeing and diversity initiates
• Travel tax saver scheme, Access to Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a member-run sports and social club
• An assigned mentor for the duration of the programme
• Work laptop and iPhone
• Complimentary Tea/Coffee/Fruit

How to Apply

All applications are processed via Occupop, our online applicant tracking system. Please upload a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter outlining your skills and how you can contribute to ComReg under the following competency areas:

• How you apply ‘Analytical & Critical Thinking’ to deliver projects and results.
• How you use your ‘Communicating & Influencing’ skills to achieve your goals.
• How you see ‘Teamwork’ as a key requirement in shaping your role within the organisation.

Assessment and Interview dates will take place late February / early March 2025 and candidates must be available to attend in person meetings during this period.

Please click here to apply