Reference checks to confirm the employment history of a candidate are a crucial part of the recruitment process. However, because of the time it takes to conduct employment references, they are often overlooked by the employer. The downside is that many cases of fraud could be avoided simply by taking up previous employee references, along with the ability to really get an insight into the person you are about to employ. If proper background checks are not carried out, the only judge of the candidate's character may come from one or two relatively short interviews.

Capita Recruitment Vetting Service conduct three or five year employment checks to give you peace of mind that what your applicant is stating is true. Regardless of the position, a lot of time and effort is usually put into finding the right candidate, and Capita's service can help give you peace of mind that you have made the right decision.

The checks confirm all aspects of employment history - employment dates, position held, job performance, attitude, skills, attendance record and reasons for leaving / termination. The checks also include any unaccounted time on CVs and verify gaps in employment or claims to travelling etc.

Some companies are reticent to offer detailed information on previous employees or operate policies not to give detailed references, however our experienced staff will gain as much information as possible via our thorough and professional checking service and will note any difficulties encountered.

Employment Reference Checks are gained by telephone, with the applicant’s signed consent faxed to the previous employers. Where the role is regulated, Capita Recruitment Vetting Service will also provide references in line with FSA Regulations.

If you would like more information on our identity checking services and advice on which one is right for your organisation, please Register and we will get back to you, or for more general enquiries, please Contact Us.

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