Background check when hiring Ukrainian labour
Conducting a background check when hiring Ukrainian workers can be a wise start for your organisation to ensure that those you hire are who they claim to be. In times marked by war and economic challenges, a robust risk management strategy, supported by thorough background checks, can strengthen your organisation.
Background checks on Ukrainian workers who have fled the war may seem complex for many employers, given the current situation in Ukraine. However, it’s crucial, and employers play a responsible role in this humanitarian effort. Thorough background checks are of utmost importance, ensuring that your hiring process remains secure and ethical.
Want to learn more about how background checks work? Download our white paper on the basics of background checks below.
Increased interest among Swedish companies to carry out background checks on Ukrainian workers and refugees
Swedish companies have shown an increased interest in conducting background checks on Ukrainian workers who have fled the war. However, there is a knowledge gap regarding the verification of personal data from reliable sources, such as Ukrainian authorities.
If you are an employer wondering how to verify applicants’ identity, work experience, education and diplomas, Validata can assist you. We conduct background check analyses at both international and national level. Provide hiring companies the assurance of reliable data.
Contact our experts to see how we can help your organisation with background checks on Ukrainian employees and refugees.
You spot the talent, we identify the risks
As part of the international responsibility to distribute refugees within Europe, many Swedish organisations employing Ukrainian refugees.
While you spot the talent that best suits your organisation, we ensure that every hire is based on security, integrity and mutual trust for a better and safer working environment.
With the help of our trained screening consultants, we identify discrepancies in applicants’ CVs by carefully checking personal data such as identity, social security number, criminal record, work experience, education and diplomas from Ukraine. We handle sensitive personal data in accordance with the GDPR.
Still not convinced about background checks? Contact us, and our experts will help you with tailor-made solutions for your organisation.
What data can be verified?
Through an analysis of the applicant’s criminal background, verification of identity, work experience, education and diplomas, and residence and work permits, you will gain insight into how to ensure accurate and reliable data for your workforce. Normally, a credit check should be applied to map a persona of the person you are hiring. Unfortunately, due to the war in Ukraine, we are not able to carry out credit checks for Ukrainian citizens.
Data that we can verify are the following:
- Criminal record
- Verification of identity
- Work experience
- Education and diplomas
- Residence and work permit (Right to work)
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