Background / Verification Officer at Careers Verified

Careers Verified go beyond narrowly defined client’s issues, we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary line of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market.

We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation etc. to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem solving approach and proven track record in our practice area combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Background / Verification Officer 

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time(Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Conduct verification field visits to guarantors and addresses.
• Ensure timely verification and processing of verification requests within specified turnaround time.
• Perform detailed background checks and analysis on individuals and entities.
• Follow up promptly and close assigned verification checks.
• Meet control requirements and maintain the integrity of data and reports.
• Perform address, guarantors' confirmation, references, identity, criminal record/forensic, previous employer, and certificate verifications, both locally and internationally.
• Ensure consistency in background check processes and decisions.
• Investigate outsourced staff involved in fraud-related offenses.
• Properly file physical and electronic storage of official documents.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with team members for efficient service delivery.
• Onboard outsourced staff profiles.
• Conduct outbound calls to collect information and verify applicant employment and academic enrollment.
• Maintain documentation control and generate monthly reports on each account handled.
• Maintain confidentiality of background check information.
• Generate progress reports of verification activities in a timely manner.
• Notify hiring managers of background verification outcomes.
• Handle individual verification and document validation.
• Develop and maintain strategies and tools related to various dimensions of verification.
• Provide reports on certificate verification and budgeting for clients.
• Process background check documentation according to SOPs.
• Conduct telephone interviews and internet-based research for employment, education, and professional license verification.
• Conduct online certificate verification and review
• Assist in fraud investigations and data entry of outsourced staff information.
• Run discreet checks on in-house employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Previous experience in compliance, verification, or a related field preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Fast learning ability and professionalism.
• Ability to manage processes efficiently and prioritize tasks effectively.

Salary
N70,000 - N80,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.