Employment Verification
Employment verification is a validation of a candidate’s work experience or present job status. This assists in verifying if the candidate has the required experience to execute well in the role designated.
Employment verification also assists in finding out fake or exaggerated claims, checks out employment history, and cooked-up job titles. During employment verification, the company in consideration of the candidate for a designation reaches out to past employers. It verifies the nature of the role, title, duration of employment, reasons for leaving, etc.
Employment verification often also includes other checks such as background verification, identity check, criminal history check, and education record. Such deep checks assists in obtaining a rounded assessment of an individual’s capabilities and fit for the company.
Why Employment Verification Is Required?
- As the grey-collar and blue-collar workforce is getting more impactful, verifying employment status is becoming more important for them.
- Employment Verification assists in going through candidate’s suitability for the current position by checking out candidate’s work history.
- Employment verification helps in saving companies from potential fraud or misinformation by candidates. Some candidates may provide wrong information to exaggerate their qualifications or hide employment gaps.
- For companies, having a meticulous employment verification procedure can elevate the overall credibility of the hiring process. It shows a commitment to due diligence and makes sure that only qualified candidates are hired.
- For designations that include sensitive information or security clearances, employment verification is important to make sure that applicants have a reliable work history and background.
- Minimize attrition by hiring the right talent.
Past and Current Employment Verification
Employment history and experience form the largest content of most resumes. It is also where fraudulent or inaccurate statements are most likely to be found. Candidates generally tailor their CVs to match the requirements of the role being filled. However, the potential temptation for exaggeration and misinformation is obvious. Candidates may omit previous jobs in order to conceal possible issues.
Many simply believe that the employer will never check their history and uncover the real facts. Some even invent imaginary employers and roles. You want to safeguard your organization from people like this. Krib Information services excels at checking employment history line by line and verifying it directly with the employers.
How is Employment Verification Conducted?
The steps to verify a candidate’s employment verification includes the following:
- Inform the candidate in writing of the employment check. This intimation is in addition to the employment application.
- Get the written approval of the candidate to the employment verification.
- If employment verification is a compulsory component of the hiring process, it must be specifically mentioned in the organization’s hiring policies.
- The candidates need to be intimated about the background verifications being undertaken on them.
Managing a reference verification is also a reliable means of employment verification. Reference checks include reaching out to the candidate’s former colleague(s) or manager(s). Such conversations assists in verifying the candidate’s professional skills, strengths/weaknesses, and attitude to work – allowing a better assessment of the candidate’s fit with the company.
An appointment letter or a relieving letter issued by a previous organization becomes formal proof of current/former employment. Such letters involve specifications of the candidate’s past organization (name of the company, location, contact details, etc.), the candidate’s job designation, employment period, and responsibilities.
During employment verification, salary slips and pay stubs are also widely accepted as proof of employment. This also helps establish the candidate’s compensation.
Why Choose Krib Information Services for Employment Verification Services?
Tracking a candidate’s employment history is time-consuming. It can be difficult to get through to the right people and can be prone to error. So leave it to the experts to achieve employment verification. Krib Information Services removes doubts about a candidate’s employment history, enabling you to move forward with confidence that you are in possession of the true facts of the matter.
We double-check the basic details of stated previous employment directly with employers or authorized agents. We verify job title, job description, start and end dates, and can even obtain comments about performance and any other workplace concerns. Verifications are usually obtained either from the HR Department or directly from an immediate line manager or supervisor.
By having us thoroughly check and verify your candidate’s employment history, you will quickly see whether or not the applicant has the correct experience and skills for the role. Only then can you confidently make an informed decision.
- Check your candidate’s stated experience, tenure or employment and roles held
- Obtain objective independent validation of your candidate’s statements
- Uncover any issues with previous employment
- Avoid hiring dishonest individuals from the outse
Request an Employment Verification Today!
Contact us today to obtain a full review of your candidate’s employment history. You avoid the time, hassle and effort of having to check with each employer yourself. No need to worry if the resume has been “enhanced”. Our expert investigators will do the legwork for you and file a full report of their findings.
FAQs on Employment Verification
Q1. What are the consequences if a candidate fails employment verification?
A: In most cases, failing employment verification will not let the candidate qualify for the job being considered for. However, a red flag leading to disqualification from one organization might not be the same case in other companies.
Q2. How much time does it take for companies to verify employment?
A: Ordinarily, employment verification can be processed in about 72 hours approximately. However, there can be some situations and reasons when it can take longer.
Q3. Do organization call previous employers for employment verification?
A: Yes, organizations will call former employers to confirm previous job titles, roles, duration of employment, etc.
Q4. Do you assess background verification for small businesses?
A: We work with businesses of all sizes and scales, be it a start-up, a mid-size company or an enterprise client. Do reach out to our sales team with your requirement and they can help: contact@kribindia.com.