Background checks in Sweden

How background checks on employees work in Sweden

Today, background checks of employees in Sweden have increased significantly, compared to 10 years ago, with employers choosing to hire with trust in employees. The labour market is in a state of flux, and unfortunately it has shown an increase of false statements in applicants’ CVs.

Nowadays, almost every job advert at the employment agency requires a criminal record check. According to Unionen, over 300,000 people requested a police criminal record check for jobs in 2022. Is your organisation looking for a quick and complete employee background check?
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Tips on simple background checks for enhanced recruitment checks

1. Verification of education

Education check or diploma check means verifying that the applicant has the educational qualifications required for the position in question. It may include checking diplomas and degrees from universities, colleges or other educational institutions to ensure that the candidate has the training and skills required to perform the tasks.

2. CV check

This involves reviewing and verifying the applicant’s work experience, previous employment, and job performance according to the information provided in their CV. It may include contacting previous employers to confirm periods of employment, duties and achievements to ensure that the candidate has the experience and skills required for the current position.

3. Checking previous jobs

Checking employee’s previous jobs involves researching the applicant’s previous employment and verify the statement on their CV. This process include contacting references from previous employers to gain insight into the candidate’s employment period, role and responsibilities, and verifying the existence of the company itself. Unfortunately, in some cases, the mentioned company doesn’t exist, nor does the candidate’s work experience.

4. Criminal record check

The criminal record check involves examining the applicant’s criminal record to identify any offences or criminal acts that may affect their suitability for the position in question. It may include carrying out a background check by checking the candidate’s criminal record with the police to ensure they have not committed any offences that may pose a risk to the workplace or organisation.

5. Credit check

Credit check is a process whereby companies or organisations evaluate a person’s creditworthiness by reviewing their credit information. This may include an assessment of a person’s credit score, payment history, debt levels and any payment history. Credit checks are often used in different contexts, such as when applying for a loan, renting a property or employment in certain industries. It aims to provide companies and organisations with an assessment of a person’s financial reliability and ability to meet their financial obligations.

When hiring executives and key staff to work on your organisation’s security, it’s recommended to conduct an extended background checks.

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