Why is it important to apply for a VOG for staff in financial services?
Article 13 of the Prudential Rules Decree prescribes that a financial organisation should make a well-founded assessment of the reliability of persons it intends to appoint to integrity-sensitive positions. As an employer, you, therefore, have a great responsibility in assessing the reliability of (potential) staff.
Potential risks within the financial sector
Financial service providers handle confidential information and financial resources. Accessing customers’ sensitive information and understanding their financial data poses a risk. Namely misuse of this data, such as extortion, blackmail, forgery, fraud, theft, and embezzlement. In addition, there is a danger of bribery and money laundering in this sector. In short, when employees act untrustworthy or insincere, it can have severe consequences for you as an employer.
What is a VOG?
A VOG is one of the means that an organisation can use to test integrity. The certificate is a declaration that shows that a candidate’s past (including judicial) record does not constitute an obstacle to fulfilling a specific task or position in society. In assessing an application for a VOG, Justis examines whether the candidate has any criminal offences to his or her name that pose a risk to the position or purpose for which he or she is applying for the VOG.
There is a list of set screening profiles that Justis will screen candidates for, depending on their profession. For example, if you are working in the financial sector, the VOG screening profile you will need is number 95.
How does the VOG application proceed via Validata?
Applying for a VOG for your personnel is quick and easy via Validata’s smart software. We make sure everything is set up correctly in the secure online account of candidates and give clear instructions on the next steps. Based on these instructions, we guide the candidate through the application procedure at Justis. Want to know more about this background check?
Why apply for a VOG via Validata?
Validata addresses your concerns
As soon as you have registered a (potential) employee and have chosen the matching screening profile, Validata takes the entire screening process off your hands. The (potential) employee can then apply for a certificate of conduct with help of specific instructions and upload the certificate.
Working collaboration with Justis
Validata assists with the application for the certificate of conduct via the municipality and via DigiD. For the online application, Validata has partnered with Justis.
Specialises in employment screening
Validata has specialised in employment screening since 2009. Due to our many years of experience, we offer a fast and efficient screening process with the best possible candidate experience.
Specialised in employment screening for the financial sector
Validata has been providing screening solutions to the financial sector since its establishment and therefore serves a large number of financial institutions. Besides our sector knowledge and years of experience, we are also aware of the current laws and regulations that financial institutions need to comply with.
Employment screening in the financial sector
In addition to the application for a VOG, you as a financial institution must also take other matters into account, including a check of the proof of identity, relevant diplomas, and a statement of integrity. Validata is well aware of the laws and regulations in the financial sector and the need for organisations to comply with them. We would like to think along with your organisation for a suitable screening solution. Want to know more about screening in the financial sector?
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