With increased hybrid and remote working, it is important to verify the identity of job seekers. Failure to verify identities can result in hiring someone who has lied about their identity, qualifications or employment history.
In one case a Cambridgeshire man was able to con companies out of thousands of pounds by falsifying his CV. While this was an extreme case, the point remains that failure to verify credentials wastes time and money, and in some cases, it can negatively impact your business’ reputation.
The hiring process takes on a new challenge when you’re hiring remotely. You can’t depend on the same instincts you have when meeting someone in person. In this paper Michael Whitttington Managing Director of Certn EMEA Credence looks at why verifying identity and screening candidates’ backgrounds is more important with remote working and how the correct screening process can help minimise your risks.
Published in HR Review Sept 2022