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March 2 | 2022
Candidate communication crucial as talent war rages on
As the war for talent rages on, candidate communication needs to move up the priority list. Tha...
Read MoreDigitally enabled employment screening that puts t...
As skills shortages continue to impact the UK labour market, having digitally en...
Read MoreScreening expert welcomes Home Office confirmation...
Background screening expert, Sterling, has welcomed the news today from the Home Office that they will be switching to digital identity for Right to Work checks, resulting in a permanent move away from in-person checks from April 2022. Commenting on this news, Steve Smith, Managing Director, EMEA, at Sterling, said: “This is a really significant...
Read MoreEmployers reveal preference for digital identity c...
A survey of over 300 recruiters and employers has revealed that a significant nu...
Read MoreSkills demand should not be a driver of poor emplo...
Rising vacancy numbers will drive an increase in reliance on ‘giggers’ and contingent professionals, bringing vital hiring agility for many businesses and much needed employment for candidates. However, the urgency to fill these positions should not come at the expense of a robust background screening program or employers may expose themselves...
Read MoreBackground Check Compliance: The Mistakes You Could be Making Without Realising
Conducting background checks on candidates is a must-have for employers wanting to meet regulatory obligations or mitigate the cost, safety and reputational risk of a bad hire. But there are vital compliance considerations which must be adhered to along the way. In this session Steve Smith will reflect on unique Sterling research and explore the typical pitfalls which hiring firms must avoid. Learn from real-life errors made by other employers and get practical guidance on how you can develop a robust background screening programme.
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