Background screening and verification is the process of confirming a candidate’s identity, qualifications, employment history, criminal record, and other key information before hiring. These checks help employers verify accuracy, reduce hiring risk, and ensure compliance with internal and legal requirements.
Pre-employment verification is essential for protecting your organisation from fraud, misrepresentation, and reputational risk. It also helps ensure candidates meet the requirements and standards expected for their role.
RPO Recruitment provides professional verification services across South Africa, supporting businesses of all sizes with accurate, compliant, and confidential screening solutions.
Confirm academic credentials, degrees, diplomas, and professional certifications from local and international institutions.
Verify criminal history using national databases and fingerprint-based screening where required.
Assess credit history, judgments, and financial risk for roles involving financial responsibility.
Confirm previous employment, roles, employment dates, and references.
Validate ID numbers, passports, visas, and legal work status.
Evaluate candidate personality, cognitive ability, integrity, and job suitability.
We support employers across industries including: