Analysis of HireRight’s EMEA and APAC screenings between July and September 2016 has shown: Nearly two thirds (63%) of job applications contained errors or issues in Q3 2016, the same high levels as seen in the first half of the year. Education and Employment remain the verifications most vulnerable to issues. With discrepancy rates remaining […]
HR professionals know that using an industry-recognised background checking company to help verify that job candidates are telling the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about their credentials is a key component to creating a safe and more productive workplace, and ensuring they get the best employees around. But what actually goes […]
In August 2016 we released our half year discrepancy statistics that show 63% of candidates have an error on their application. This figure rose to 68% for the financial services industry, with a high of 71% in February 2016. HireRight Managing Director EMEA, Steve Girdler, recently spoke to Share Radio to discuss the findings, providing […]
Having studied all the data from our 2016 EMEA Benchmarking survey we have pulled together our top 4 takeaway tips for employee focused businesses. With more companies hiring, the race is on to get the best talent, yet there are still issues distracting HR teams, such as skills shortages, unexpected departures, and internal demands. Due […]
With technology playing such an integral part in our lives, candidates are increasingly expecting the recruitment process to be a slick, digital experience – and this demand is only going to increase. So how can HR teams stay ahead of the competition, providing easy-to-use and reliable services that present your company in the best light, […]
When it comes to conducting background screening on employees, speed and efficiency are two of EMEA HR departments’ key struggles. But there is a balancing act to create between efficiency gains and ensuring that checks are thorough and help make the best hiring decisions. Our 2016 research of EMEA HR departments has provided insight into the […]
