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The gambling industry in Spain is not only entertainment, but also a significant source of employment and tax revenue. According to CEJUEGO, a total of more than 80,000 people work directly in the field of gambling (SELAE, ONCE, casinos, bingo, slot machines, online operators), and if indirect jobs are taken into account, the number exceeds 200,000. These are dealers and managers, IT specialists and designers, support staff and compliance experts.
1) Major employment segments
SELAE and ONCE lotteries
SELAE provides stable employment for more than 5,000 employees across the country: sellers, marketers, IT developers, accountants.
ONCE is the largest social employer for people with disabilities: over 19,000 distributors of lottery coupons, hundreds of administrators and inclusion specialists.
The lottery sector has low turnover and provides sustainable jobs even during crises.
Casinos and halls
About 15,000 employees work in classic casinos, slot halls and bingo clubs.
Main professions:- roulette, blackjack, poker dealers;
- cashiers and inspectors;
- security and video surveillance specialists;
- hall managers, event coordinators, marketers;
- gaming machine maintenance technical engineers.
- Many regions (Andalusia, Valencia, Catalonia) require dealer certification and Responsible Gaming courses.
Online gambling
After the legalization of the online market in 2011 and the growth of licensed operators (.es), the sector has become a center of digital employment.
Key areas:- IT and development (backend, frontend, DevOps, QA);
- Data Science and BI Analytics;
- Cybersecurity, KYC/AML, fraud-monitoring;
- Marketing and content: SEO, CRM, SMM, design;
- Support services and multilingual call centers.
- In 2024-2025, it was online gambling that provided about 20,000 jobs, including partner IT outsourcing companies.
2) Indirect jobs
The gambling ecosystem also includes:- tourism and hospitality - casino-resorts, restaurants, transport, taxis, hotels;
- equipment suppliers - slot machines, POS terminals, lobby systems, video streaming;
- legal and audit firms - licensing, taxes, compliance;
- fintech and payment solutions - Bizum, PayPal, cryptocurrency gateways, anti-fraud platforms.
Each direct slot in a casino or online operator creates up to three indirect jobs in related industries.
3) Gender and social balance
Women occupy about 45% of all jobs in offline gambling (in bingozals and lotteries - the majority).
The online sector actively hires women in analytics, UX and marketing.
ONCE is an example of social inclusion - thousands of disabled people have full-time jobs.
4) Education and training
Official dealer courses operate in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga.
University programs in Data Analytics, Game Design, Responsible Gaming and Fintech are supported by the state and major operators.
Online operators are introducing internal academies: compliance training, KYC, RG trainings, customer communications.
5) Future of Professions (2025-2030)
AI analytics and data engineers - analyzing player behavior, predicting risks and optimizing UX.
Responsible Gaming and behavior psychology specialists.
Cybersecurity and Personal Data Protection (GDPR).
Developers of VR/AR games and live content.
ESG coordinators - control of social responsibility and sustainable business development.
6) Economic effect of employment
Direct and indirect jobs generate hundreds of millions of euros annually for the budget through income tax (IRPF) and social contributions.
The sector stimulates domestic demand: transport, food, rent, training.
The state receives not only taxes from GGR, but also a stable flow from employment, which makes gambling part of the country's economic infrastructure.
7) Responsible employment
Companies are required to comply with the codes of Responsible Gaming, gender equality and labor laws.
Offline casinos operate shift control, breaks and video surveillance for staff safety.
Online operators are introducing hybrid schedules, psychological support programs and "healthy" KPIs.
8) FAQ
How many people work in gambling in Spain?
Directly - more than 80,000, indirectly - over 200,000.
What are the most popular professions?
Dealers, IT developers, analysts, KYC/AML and marketing specialists.
Does the state have training programs?
Yes I did. Dealer courses, Responsible Gaming academies, digital grants for IT skills and internships in lotteries and online platforms.
Can a tourist work in a casino?
No, it isn't. Work requires a residence permit and region certification.
The Spanish gambling industry is a powerful employer and employment driver, combining traditional casinos and bingo with next-generation digital companies. The sector creates tens of thousands of jobs, provides tax revenues, develops inclusion and technology - and remains one of the most sustainable segments of the country's economy.