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Farah Al-Jazzazi

Farah Al-Jazzazi

Dubai

Summary

Accomplished IT and compliance professional with 12+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, business analysis, and fraud prevention. Specializes in ensuring adherence to TDRA UAE regulations (RRMC - Registration Requirements for Mobile Customers) and mitigating financial and operational risks. Delivers high-impact results in fast-paced environments through building strategic frameworks, auditing processes, and leading cross-functional teams. Bilingual in Arabic and English with a proven track record in customer support and relationship management. Committed to continuous improvement and strategic problem-solving for delivering high-impact results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Principal Security Regulation & Fraud Compliance

Du
01.2023 - Current

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensured full adherence to TDRA UAE regulations (RRMC) by auditing company policies, procedures, and customer information compliance processes.
  • Spearheaded the integration of new regulatory changes into business operations, ensuring seamless adoption with minimal impact on business performance.
  • Collaborated with government bodies and internal departments to provide proactive compliance guidance, preventing regulatory fines or violations.
  • Designed and implemented a compliance monitoring framework to ensure continuous adherence to evolving laws and standards.

Fraud Prevention and Detection:

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive fraud prevention program, reducing incidents by leveraging advanced detection tools and methodologies.
  • Conducted in-depth investigations into suspected fraud cases, identifying root causes and establishing stronger internal controls.
  • Collaborated with IT and finance teams to enhance fraud detection algorithms, improving detection rates and minimizing financial losses.

Risk Management:

  • Conducted risk assessments across operational areas to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize mitigation efforts.
  • Led the development of risk management frameworks and protocols, reducing potential security breaches and operational disruptions.
  • Established risk registers and implemented tracking mechanisms to monitor compliance risks and mitigate them proactively.

Data Security:

  • Strengthened the company's data security infrastructure by deploying robust encryption methods, enhancing access controls, and monitoring for unauthorized activity.
  • Responded to security breaches with agility, conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Designed training programs to raise employee awareness on cybersecurity best practices and compliance obligations.

Policy Development:

  • Authored and implemented comprehensive security, compliance, and fraud prevention policies aligned with local and international standards.
  • Regularly reviewed and updated policies to address regulatory changes and emerging security threats.
  • Delivered policy workshops and training sessions to ensure organizational-wide understanding and adherence.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

  • Acted as the primary liaison between the company and regulatory authorities, ensuring transparent communication and alignment with compliance audits.
  • Provided detailed regulatory and compliance guidance to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making on risk and compliance strategies.
  • Partnered with product and service teams to embed compliance requirements into new initiatives and projects.

Auditing and Reporting:

  • Conducted regular audits to evaluate the effectiveness of fraud prevention and compliance measures, issuing actionable recommendations to improve performance.
  • Delivered high-level reports and presentations to senior management and external regulatory bodies, highlighting compliance metrics, key risks, and mitigation strategies.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Proactively monitored industry trends and regulatory updates to adapt the company’s compliance strategies, ensuring alignment with best practices.
  • Innovated fraud detection techniques using advanced data analytics tools, optimizing fraud detection rates and response times.
  • Introduced process automation in compliance monitoring, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy in compliance reporting.

Compliance Consultant

Edara
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Reviewed and refined business communications for clarity in alignment with TDRA policies.
  • Ensured company-wide adherence to RRMC policies and directives through regular audits.
  • Developed compliance strategies to align with evolving regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with regulatory bodies and internal teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
  • Prepared and presented compliance reports, ensuring proactive measures to prevent violations.
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to provide clear regulatory and compliance guidance
  • Engaged with external regulatory bodies to ensure alignment with latest regulations
  • Prepared and presented detailed compliance reports to senior management
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of compliance

Senior Customer Support Executive

Emaratech
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Delivered high standards of service for GDRFA critical projects, aligning with UAE Vision.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to resolve system issues and implemented bulk data fixes.
  • Created operational procedures and user manuals, enhancing team efficiency.
  • Supported and led junior personnel, providing training and maintaining a knowledge base.

Service Operations Executive

Emaratech
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Acted as the first point of contact for customer inquiries and service support issues
  • Handled customer complaints in accordance with company guidelines to ensure satisfaction
  • Provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within time limits and followed up to ensure resolution
  • Prepared reports on customer support activities
  • Routed issues to the correct team after proper understanding
  • Recorded accurate incident information and maintained complete control of calls
  • Managed difficult customer situations, responded promptly to customer needs, and escalated issues when necessary
  • Conducted primary investigations of all received issues
  • Followed up on escalated and reassigned support requests and tickets
  • Contributed to and utilized the knowledge base for solutions
  • Provided service health feedback based on received requests and tickets

Call Center Agent

Emaratech
01.2012

Graphic Designer

Top Gear Promotions
01.2011 - 06.2012
  • Designed creative content for promotional campaigns, ensuring client satisfaction.

Customer Care Representative

Zain
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Provided customer support, resolving queries and managing service requests efficiently.

Education

B. SC. - Computer Graphics and Animation

Princes Sumaya University for Technology
01.2006 - 01.2011

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Auditing and Reporting
  • Analytical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Business Analysis
  • Customer Relationship
  • Product Management
  • Security Regulation & Fraud Compliance Principal
  • Operations Management

Domain Knowledge

  • Telecommunications
  • Government Services
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Customer Support and Relationship Management
  • Data Security and Fraud Prevention

Methodologies

  • Agile
  • Business Process Management (BPM)
  • Business Process Modelling (BPMN)
  • Risk Management Frameworks
  • Compliance Auditing
  • Regulatory Change Management

Certificates and Trainings

  • ITIL foundation
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  • Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)
  • Business Process Management Professional (CBPMP)

Core Competencies

  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
  • Fraud Detection & Prevention
  • Auditing & Reporting
  • Business Analysis & Strategic Planning
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Data Security & Privacy
  • Agile Methodologies & BPMN

Timeline

Principal Security Regulation & Fraud Compliance

Du
01.2023 - Current

Compliance Consultant

Edara
01.2020 - 01.2023

Senior Customer Support Executive

Emaratech
01.2015 - 01.2020

Service Operations Executive

Emaratech
01.2012 - 01.2015

Call Center Agent

Emaratech
01.2012

Graphic Designer

Top Gear Promotions
01.2011 - 06.2012

Customer Care Representative

Zain
01.2009 - 01.2010

B. SC. - Computer Graphics and Animation

Princes Sumaya University for Technology
01.2006 - 01.2011
Farah Al-Jazzazi