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Background Check Officer/Staff Verification Officer
About this role
The role is for a Background Check Officer/Staff Verification Officer based in Ikeja, Lagos. The role involves confirming employment histories, addresses, criminal records and educational qualifications to support recruitment. The employer, Whip Smart Service Providers Limited, offers human resources and recruitment services, including background checks and HR consultancy. The position is full-time and aimed at individuals with experience in verification and HR compliance. The salary range is N120,000 to N150,000 per month.
What you would do
- Verify academic qualifications and certifications.
- Conduct comprehensive background checks including identity, address, criminal records, and employment history.
- Resolve verification discrepancies and respond to candidate inquiries.
- Provide detailed verification reports to HR and management.
- Liaise with candidates, references, previous employers, and educational institutions for verification purposes.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements during the verification process.
- Maintain accurate documentation of verification results and flag discrepancies.
- Stay updated on industry standards and legal regulations regarding background checks.
- Generate and communicate verification outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
What they are asking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in background verification, HR compliance or similar roles.
- Excellent communication skills for internal and external interactions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and background screening software.
- In-depth knowledge of background check processes and legal requirements for employment verification.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
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