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Due Diligence

Employment Verification

Confirming previous roles, responsibilities, and employment dates.

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OVERVIEW

What does this service cover?

We confirm work history directly with previous employers, confirming job titles, dates of service, and professional references. This provides objective verification of a candidate's background before recruitment decisions are finalised.

COMMON SITUATIONS

When do you need it?

SITUATION 01

Checking work experience claimed on CVs for key managerial roles.

SITUATION 02

Confirming supervisory responsibilities where the former employer shares them.

SITUATION 03

Clarifying employment gaps or discrepancies in career histories.

WORK HISTORY VERIFICATION

The Employment Verification Process

01

Consent & Scope Definition

Reviewing the candidate's written consent, career timeline, and nominated employer contacts.

02

Direct Employer Outreach

Confidential contact with authorised human resources representatives and nominated supervisors.

03

Timeline Corroboration

Comparing candidate claims against confirmed employment periods, roles, and departure records.

04

Verification Summary

A written report documenting confirmed employment records and any unresolved timeline discrepancies.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

What do you receive?

A structured employment verification report documenting confirmed positions, verified tenures, and reference responses.

  • Direct contact with authorised human resources representatives
  • Confirmation of exact employment dates and job titles
  • Corroboration of declared roles and responsibilities
  • Structured reference inquiries

FAQ

What do people ask about it?

What details are verified during employment checks?

We confirm job titles, employment dates, responsibilities, and rehire eligibility where the former employer shares it.

Do you require candidate consent?

Yes. We always obtain written consent from the candidate before contacting past employers.

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Call or WhatsApp us; we confirm scope and give an estimate before work begins.

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