Pre-Employment Screening Services

In today's competitive talent landscape, hiring the right individuals is paramount for an organisation's success. However, without thorough vetting, businesses expose themselves to significant risks, from fraudulent claims and financial loss to legal non-compliance and damage to workplace safety. Conflict International provides comprehensive Pre-Employment Screening Services, designed to help you build secure, high-performing, and compliant teams by providing critical insights into your prospective hires.

Our expert screening solutions go beyond basic checks, offering tailored investigations that mitigate risk, streamline your compliance obligations, and protect your company's reputation and assets. We empower you to make informed hiring decisions with confidence, ensuring integrity from the outset.

Why Pre-Employment Screening is Critical for Your Business

Hiring without proper vetting can expose your organisation to a multitude of avoidable risks:

• Financial Loss: From internal fraud, theft, or poor performance.
• Reputational Damage: Associating with individuals who have a history of misconduct or adverse public records.
• Legal & Regulatory Non-Compliance: Facing fines or penalties for failing to meet industry-specific or general employment regulations (e.g., SMCR, GDPR).
• Workplace Safety & Morale: Hiring individuals with a history of violence or harassment can jeopardise employee well-being and productivity.
• Negligent Hiring Claims: Legal liability for failing to adequately vet an employee who later causes harm.
• Reduced Productivity: Hiring under-qualified or dishonest individuals can lead to operational inefficiencies.

Proactive pre-employment screening is your essential safeguard, ensuring that every hire aligns with your company's values and legal requirements.

SMCR Screening & FCA Vetting Services

Expert FCA Vetting. Mitigating Regulatory Risk.

DBS Check

BPSS Screening Services for Government & Public Sector

Expert Vetting for Government Standards.

Credit Check

Social Media Check

Our Comprehensive Pre-Employment Screening Solutions

Conflict International offers a tailored suite of pre-employment screening and background check services, adaptable to various industries, roles, and risk levels. Our solutions provide the critical insights you need for confident hiring:

• Criminal Background Checks: Thorough searches for any criminal convictions or pending charges, ensuring workplace safety and integrity.
• Employment Verification: Verifying a candidate's work history, including job titles, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving, to confirm experience and professional conduct.
• Education & Qualification Verification: Confirming academic degrees, certifications, and professional licenses directly with institutions and awarding bodies.
• Reference Checks: Contacting former employers or professional contacts to obtain objective feedback on a candidate's performance, skills, and character.
• Social Media & Online Screening: Ethical review of available online information to identify potential red flags, such as discriminatory comments or violent behaviour, that could pose a reputational risk.
• Credit & Financial Checks: Assessing a candidate's credit history and financial stability, crucial for roles involving financial responsibility or access to sensitive assets.
• ID Verification & Right to Work Checks: Essential verification of identity documents and confirmation of a candidate's legal right to work in the relevant country (e.g., UK Right to Work).
• Civil Record Checks: Searches for civil litigation history, including bankruptcies, liens, driving licence verification and judgments, which can indicate past disputes or financial instability.
• Global Sanctions & Watchlist Searches: Screening against international sanctions lists and regulatory watchlists to identify individuals or entities involved in illicit activities, crucial for compliance.
• International Background Checks: Comprehensive screening capabilities for candidates with a global footprint, conducting checks in countries where they have lived or worked, tailored to local legal requirements.

The Conflict International Advantage in Screening

Choosing Conflict International means partnering with a leader in pre-employment screening that offers:

• Certified Expertise: Our team comprises certified screening professionals with deep knowledge of UK and international compliance standards.
• Custom-Tailored Approach: We don't offer generic packages. Every screening solution is designed to meet your specific industry requirements, role sensitivities, and risk appetite.
• Proven Methodology & Technology: We utilise robust, legally compliant processes and integrate advanced platforms for seamless, efficient, and accurate checks.
• Global Capability: With our international network, we can conduct comprehensive checks across multiple jurisdictions, essential for a global workforce.
• Streamlined Compliance: We help you navigate complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring your screening practices are fully compliant with GDPR, data protection laws, and industry-specific regulations.
• Speed & Efficiency: Our processes are designed for timely delivery of reports without compromising on accuracy or thoroughness.
• Data Confidentiality: We handle all sensitive applicant data with the utmost security and discretion.

Our Streamlined Screening Process

Engaging Conflict International for your pre-employment screening needs is a straightforward and efficient process:

1. Initial Consultation: We discuss your hiring needs, the roles to be screened, and your specific compliance requirements.
2. Tailored Package Design: Based on our consultation, we propose a customised screening package that aligns with your objectives.
3. Applicant Consent & Data Submission: We guide you on obtaining necessary applicant consents and facilitate secure data submission.
4. Thorough Investigation: Our team conducts the agreed-upon checks, meticulously gathering and verifying information from reliable sources.
5. Comprehensive Reporting: You receive clear, concise, and actionable reports, highlighting key findings and any red flags.
6. Ongoing Support: We remain available to answer questions and provide guidance on interpreting results.

Build Your Secure & Compliant Team: Act with Confidence

In today's talent market, robust pre-employment screening is not just a safeguard—it's a strategic investment in your organisation's future. Protect your reputation, mitigate financial risks, and ensure the integrity of your workforce.

If you require expert pre-employment screening services to make confident hiring decisions, contact Conflict International today for a confidential consultation. Empower your talent acquisition with unparalleled intelligence.