Background Screening in Europe
Different languages, different countries, different time zones, different legislation, and different cultures. Europe is a region with a very mobile, diverse workforce. Kroll has the experience and knowledge to work with you in all of the diverse employment situations that Europe has to offer. With an expert understanding of the pre-employment screening checks that can be conducted in each country, as well as consultancy and advice on the checks that you should do to keep in line with cultural best practice, Kroll’s European-wide service offering is the most comprehensive available. With excellent language coverage across four European offices, Kroll’s analysts obtain results in the right language, making sure that no nuances or details are missed. Kroll’s multi-lingual approach also means that requests are much easier for people to respond to.
Operating exclusively within our own offices, Kroll delivers a truly international service, without needing to rely on third-party subcontractors. Kroll’s team offer expert advice on policy design, planning, and implementation upfront, as well as expert assistance and account management as a part of the ongoing relationship. Kroll’s in-house legal team ensures that all checks and processes are in line with all relevant legislation governing pre-employment screening.
Service delivery varies according to the countries to be searched, taking in the following:
- Employment histories
- Academic histories
- Trade and professional memberships and qualifications
- Adverse financial record checks
- Residency history checks
- Corporate appointment and directorship checks
- Criminal record checks
- Internet and print media research
- Compliance and risk database checks
- Identity documentation checks
In the UK, Kroll is registered as an Umbrella Body with the Criminal Records Bureau, as well as being able to process criminal record checks through Disclosure Scotland. In other countries, Kroll provides advice on best practice approaches to criminal record checks.