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What verified recruitment means

Verified recruitment means checking that the candidate aligns with the role requirements before they are shortlisted. This is not just reviewing a CV; it is confirming the claims match the evidence.

Verification checklist

  • Employment history review: checking key dates and roles are accurate
  • Portfolio or work sample review when relevant
  • Technical experience check: validating claimed skills
  • Role-specific requirement validation
  • Education or certification check when required
  • Reference coordination when requested
  • Identity or document collection support when appropriate

Why verification matters

Without verification, companies interview candidates who looked good on paper but do not actually meet the requirements. Verification reduces bad hires, wasted interview time, and hiring regret.

[INFO: Verification scope is agreed at intake] VRSJO agrees on the verification scope with the client during role intake. Some roles require deep verification; others need only basic checks. The level is defined before sourcing begins.

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