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Talent acquisition and recruitment leaders on social media screening: ‘We are wary’
There’s no denying, social media in background screening is currently a hot topic, but do talent acquisition experts think formalising social media screening of job candidates is a good idea? At a recent event for leading Australian recruiters, CVCheck presented…Video: “What are your top tips for finding ideal candidates?”
Over the last few months we have been out and about, networking and gaining insights from leaders in the Australian recruitment industry. In our new video series, we interviewed leading recruitment experts on best practices for finding ideal candidates. Watch this…CVCheck’s treasured asset: Meet Jack Penkin, Finance Manager
We continue our series to introduce you to the finest people of our business. This week you can meet Jack Penkin, CVCheck's Finance Manager, who has spent a long and awarded career in the industry.Video: “What’s more important: hiring for culture or experience?”
Last week we started a series of interviews, recorded at a recent RL100 leader's lunch in Melbourne, organised by The Recruitment Events Co. Australia and New Zealand.The GDPR and its effect on social media screening
Last month we reported on the U.S. Government’s new visa procedure, which demands foreign visitors disclose their social media handles on their application. But not all governments approve of social media screening with the EU clamping down on the practice…Video: “What are the top risks employees pose to your business?”
At a recent RL100 event in Melbourne, hosted by the Recruitment Events Co., we asked recruitment experts what are the top risks employees pose to their business. Take a look at the insights they reveal.Talent acquisition and social media screening: the pros and cons
These days it’s common practice to use social media platforms to review candidates in the hiring process. Assessing an applicant’s online profile, however, does come with a hidden set of dangers. Here’s what you need to be aware of.Single Touch Payroll: Why employers must be extra cautious in the data-sharing world
As of 1 July 2019, Australia’s transition to Single Touch Payroll is complete. But do you know why employers who aren’t vigilant about visa checking could run into serious trouble?Questions you should never ask in a reference check
Reference checking can be a legal minefield, so it’s essential you conduct due diligence to protect your company – and yourself. Recruitment expert Rachel Hill and lawyer Craig Sharp explain the legal obligations of reference checking.You will now be handing over your social media handles when applying for a US visa
Hoping to work or study in the United States? You might like to think twice about your social media posts because now, all visa applicants are required to disclose their social media user names.4 data-protection tips for all employers
Did you know organisations are potentially liable for data breaches related to the personal information they collect about candidates during recruitment? Here’s why data protection should be a top priority for all employers.Savage advice for improving the candidate journey in hiring
Does it matter what candidates think of your hiring process? Absolutely! Greg Savage explains why – and how to do better.Why a personal development plan for all staff is necessary to grow your business
As the famous American author, salesman, and motivational speaker Zig Ziglar once said, “The only thing worse than training employees and losing them is not training them and keeping them.” Below we run through a simple what and how to plan…Which country is about to send CV fraudsters to jail?
A new law in South Africa could see dishonest job applicants spend up to five years behind bars. So if you’ve got a few inconsistencies on your CV, perhaps now’s a good time to tidy it up?“I go into bat for our clients”: Meet Esther Tamaalii Client Services Team Leader
After our staff profile last month from New Zealand, we're back in Australia to introduce you to our very own Client Services Team Leader, Esther Tamaalii. Based in Perth, she makes sure our clients get the best care they can.Bogus pilot finally grounded after 20-year scam
A South African Airways (SAA) pilot is facing criminal charges after it was revealed he’d been flying his entire career using a fake license.CVCheck implements a paperless criminal record check process in New Zealand
CVCheck, in compliance with the New Zealand Ministry of Justice, has designed paperless criminal record and traffic checks. They are not only convenient but environment-friendly and faster.Reference checking for cultural fit: How to do it and why it’s important
A call to your candidates’ referees can help you determine whether they’ll survive and thrive within your organisation. But according to cultural change expert, Sandra Wood, from Great Managers, you have to know what you’re looking – and listening –…Diversity in the workplace: How taboos block workplace productivity
Sexual orientation and gender identity still seem to be workplace taboos with six out of 10 non-LGBTI workers believing it’s unprofessional to talk about these topics at work. On the International Day Against Homophobia, we explore how companies can create…Privacy matters: Why CVCheck prioritises data protection
Security is a company cornerstone at CVCheck: here’s how the company makes privacy and data protection a top priority.From aspirational rugby coach to high-level service delivery: Meet Chris Swanepoel Operations Manager ANZ
For our staff profile this week we’re visiting Auckland to introduce you to our head of operations in Australia and New Zealand.Living and breathing innovation: Meet Colin Boyan
We're opening the doors to the CVCheck office, and introducing another member of our management team. Our current longest serving staff member, our Chief Information Officer - Colin Boyan.Risk vs reward in recruitment – 3 key risks to limit your exposure
Daniel Chilcott, General Manager of Learning and HR Services at Programmed, has some crucial advice on how companies can manage their risk appetite with new hires. Implementing a standardised approach to screening in your workplace can significantly minimise the risks…Questions to ask in a reference check
Conducting a worthwhile reference check requires asking the right questions. We chatted to expert recruiter Tom Watt to get some tips...Non-Core NZ children’s workers must be safety checked by 1 July 2019
All non-core children’s workers in state-funded organisations, that provide regulated health services must be safety checked by 1 July 2019. As the employing organisation it’s your responsibility to ensure all your non-core children’s workers are safety checked.Beyond the CV: How well do you know your candidate?
Being able to adequately verify a candidate’s professional history is a vital cog in the employment process, but finding the right ‘fit’ takes more than reading their CV. We reveal how to uncover a candidate’s broader character.The bare necessities: Three essential checks every business should conduct
Every role has unique screening requirements but there are three essential pre employment checks that every business should be conducting. CVCheck’s Andrew Maffett explains why running these particular checks as a minimum, is crucial in the digital age.What is your company’s reputation worth?
Bad hires can be a serious blow to your corporate brand. Here’s how the right hiring practices can help you avoid poor recruitment decisions and protect your reputation.Why AML checks are essential: PwC’s Peter Forwood explains how to combat risk
Both money laundering and the financing of terrorism have become major concerns to financial institutions all over the world. Even more concerning, nearly half of all global organisations admit to falling victim to fraud or economic crime. Here, Peter Forwood,…From parking valet to plastic surgeon: Extreme fraud could have been prevented with simple reference checks
On his Instagram account, Dr Matthew Mode poses in blue scrubs and promotes the cosmetic procedures he performed at up-scale Romanian clinics. In reality, however, the ‘renowned surgeon’ is anything but. Here’s how simple checks could have exposed Mode’s dangerous…