Who We Are
The Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority, otherwise known as AHBRA, was established in February 2021 to oversee the effective governance, financial management and performance of all voluntary and co-operative housing bodies, in accordance with the legal framework set out in the Housing (Regulation of Approved Housing Bodies) Act 2019 (the Act).
AHBRA is tasked with providing the regulation of Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) for the purpose of supporting stronger governance and the financial viability of the AHB sector, with a particular focus on safeguarding the significant public investment being made in the delivery of social housing by AHBs. AHBRA aims to provide assurances to investors, tenants, the government and to the AHB sector itself that social housing providers operate in a well-regulated and stable environment.
Current Vacancies
Head of Corporate Services (AP Officer)
AHBRA invites applications for a pivotal leadership position as Head of Corporate Services. The Corporate Services Division is a vital function within AHBRA, supporting all other Divisions in the areas of Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Risk Management, Procurement and Facilities Management. There is currently a small, but growing, internal team which is supported by external expertise and capacity.
There will be five direct reports to this position. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a high-performing and appropriately structured team. This role provides an opportunity for significant growth for individuals wishing to expand their knowledge, skills and expertise. It offers a dynamic environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged. Individuals will have the chance to engage with diverse challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to impactful projects in a vital sector
Closing Date: 08th of July 2025 at 12 noon.
To apply:
1. Download the job information booklet and application form:
Job Information Booklet (Download)
Application Form (Download)
2. Please upload an Application Form through the below link.
Please do not upload a CV, only the required application form will be accepted.
Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager
AHBRA seeks a Senior Regulatory Manager to manage and deliver its programme to assess compliance by AHBs with the Standards and will hold an open competition to fill this position. The post is based in our offices in Dublin 2. AHBRA operates a Blended Working Policy where staff may work up to 60% of their hours remotely.
Reporting to the Head of Registration & Assessment, as Senior Regulatory Manager, you will manage a team who will provide regulatory findings in line with AHBRA’s Standards by obtaining assurance through information evaluation, risk assessment and evidence gathering.
This role provides an opportunity for significant growth for individuals wishing to expand their knowledge, skills and expertise. It offers a dynamic environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged. Individuals will have the chance to engage with diverse challenges, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to impactful projects in a vital sector.
Closing Date: 30th of June at 12 noon.
To apply:
1. Download the job information booklet and application form:
Job Information Booklet (Download)
Application Form (Download)
2. Please upload an Application Form through the below link.
Please do not upload a CV, only the required application form will be accepted.
Regulatory Insights Lead Grade 6 (Senior Staff Officer)
AHBRA invites applications for a Regulatory Insights Lead within the AHB regulator.
In particular, we would welcome applications from individuals with experience of working in the areas of finance, housing, governance, property management, tenant management or data analysis.
Our office is located in Dublin City Centre and provides the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week.
The Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) is the independent regulator of AHBs in Ireland. It safeguards and oversees the effective governance, financial, property and tenancy management of 437 AHBs.
As a Regulatory Insights Lead you will be able to contribute to a wide range of work with social landlords including assessing risk, obtaining assurance and shaping proportionate regulatory engagement strategies with AHBs, to ensure they can deliver in the areas of governance, financial management and performance.
You will work with a Regulatory Team to oversee a portfolio of AHBs. You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues across the regulator to contribute to the development of our regulatory framework, policy and guidance
Closing Date: 4th of July 2025 12 noon.
To apply:
1. Download the job information booklet and application form:
Job Information Booklet (Download)
Application Form (Download)
2. Please upload an Application Form through the below link.
Please do not upload a CV, only the required application form will be accepted.
Accessibility
If you are a candidate with a disability and encounter difficulty accessing any part of this website or wish to discuss any matter relating to the accessibility of our recruitment process, please contact ahbrajobs@sigmar.ie
Reasonable Accommodations
Our commitment is to make any reasonable accommodation for you in the recruitment process to give you the best opportunity to perform to your optimum in the application, test, and interview process.