Employment History

This check is designed to confirm the details of an individual's employment history accurately.

We will secure written confirmation of employment dates and job titles from HR or another authorised department or representative. Wherever possible, references will also include information on the individual's salary, reasons for leaving, performance assessment, and whether the employer would consider rehiring them.

To ensure reliability, we will independently verify that the person providing the information is a legitimate source, rather than relying solely on appearances.

Best practice suggests verifying employment records directly with the Human Resources department rather than colleagues who worked with the candidate. For more subjective insights into a candidate’s performance, we recommend supplementing this check with a character reference from a line manager.

There is no limit to the number of employer references you can request. The more references you obtain, the more comprehensive a picture you can build of the individual, allowing you to identify any gaps or discrepancies. Employer reference checks can be tailored to cover a specific time period (e.g., the last 5 years) or a defined number of past employers.

We can also confirm employment history by using HMRC tax records to ensure accuracy and reliability should employer references not be available.