Why you should screen

Employment

JH Ltd will contact all previous employers within the specified screening period to confirm the following:

• Dates of employment.
• Position held.
• Assessment of job performance
• Standard of work (quality and quantity)
• Customer service.
• Relations with fellow employees.
• Views on honest & trustworthiness and reliability & conscientiousness.
• Any disciplinary action in the past or pending.
• Attendance.
• Day’s absent in the last 12 months.
• Reason for leaving.
• Was he or she been dismissed from your employ?
• Salary on leaving.
• Summary of nature of applicant’s duties.
• Attendance at an educational institute maybe included if it is to cover a period within the 5/10 years where there was no employment.

Education

JH Ltd specializes in pre-employment screening and employment reference solutions. You will benefit from:

• Personalized Service: Tailored to your needs, with a dedicated account manager.
• Time-saving: We handle hiring processes, allowing you to focus on key responsibilities.
• Confidentiality: Secure online system ensures data privacy.
• Fast Turnaround: Quick and accurate information delivery.
• Clear Pricing: Transparent cost structure for each screening.
• Assurance: We aim for complete satisfaction and won't charge for unsatisfactory work.

JH Ltd is registered under:

• Data Protection Act (Z8631018)
• Umbrella Body with Disclosure & Barring Service (21051400005)
• Office of Fair Trading (501537)

Trust JH Ltd for expert pre-employment screening and referencing solutions to mitigate hiring risks and achieve your goal.

Professional Bodies

JH Ltd will check with the appropriate professional bodies for any memberships held by the applicant. JH Ltd are able to confirm the applicant's membership or affiliation to a professional organisation. We will check and confirm the following:-

• Name of the organisation
• Type of membership held
• How long the individual has been a member
• Membership number
• Any specific qualifications held/obtained.

DBS (Enhanced, Standard & Basic)

JH Ltd is registered as an umbrella body with the Disclosure & Barring Service in England and Wales. This means we are able to access the Disclosure service on behalf of our clients who are entitled to the information but are not registered with the DBS. Not all roles can be DBS checked and JH Ltd will advise the client as to what roles qualify for DBS Disclosure. A DBS report takes a minimum of 7 days but can take as long as four weeks. Through our extensive international agent network we are also able to provide criminal record checks in certain countries in the world. JH Ltd is able to conduct DBS checks, enabling organisations to ensure they make safer recruitment decisions by identifying candidates who may be unsuitable for certain employment, especially work that involves children or vulnerable adults.

Credit Checks

Credit checks are a vital component of pre-employment screening, providing valuable insights into an individual's financial history and responsibility. By conducting credit checks, employers can assess a candidate's financial stability, debt management, and overall reliability. This information is particularly relevant for positions involving financial responsibilities, access to sensitive information, or handling company assets. Credit checks help organizations make informed hiring decisions, ensuring candidates are trustworthy and capable of handling financial obligations.

Identity & Address Verification

Reveals whether the applicant is who he or she claims to be and validates the candidate’s present and previous addresses determined by the level of screening. We are also able to confirm the validity of passports (UK and international), validity of Right to Work and Civil Litigation.

Character Reference

Confirmation of the applicant’s personal references included on his or her CV or application. This comprehensive survey attempts, through skilful questioning, to construct a picture of the individual as perceived by his or her character references. Character referees are also contacted when there is a gap in employment, which cannot be corroborated through any other means. Similar to employment references, the character reference check is performed by telephone or by writing, with the signed applicant consent faxed to the referee. JH Ltd will verify all gaps in employment specified by the client.

Directorships

Will be listed and confirmed where applicable. A directorship report will reveal any current or potential conflicts of interest between the applicant and the hiring firm.

Media Checks

Trawling over 8000 news sources spanning a 20 year archived period. These searches cover all major local and international:

• Newswires
• Newspapers
• Magazines
• Trade journals and specialised industry journals
• The report will highlight articles suspected to be relevant to the subject.

Internet Search

Internet search is a crucial aspect of pre-employment screening, enabling employers to gather valuable information about candidates from online sources. Conducting internet searches helps uncover any publicly available information that may be relevant to the hiring decision. It allows employers to verify the accuracy of the candidate's qualifications, assess their online presence and reputation, and identify any potential red flags or discrepancies. Internet searches provide insights into an individual's digital footprint, social media activity, professional profiles, and online interactions.

International Sanctions List Checks

Check for sanctions, enforcement and warnings from over 300 enforcement agencies, criminal courts, and investigative news agencies/sources UK & worldwide. Our database includes 600,000 individuals and companies known or suspected to be affiliated with:

• Terrorism
• Money laundering
• Drug trafficking
• Arms dealing
• War crimes
• White collar fraud or other illegal activities as well as Politically Exposed Persons (PEP's), family and associates

JH Ltd is able to conduct full money laundering, identity and terrorist checks on all applicants as part of our standard service. Other searches are also available, should you request them (i.e. work permit validation, electronic media search)

Money Laundering & EDD

Money Laundering & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks are critical components of pre-employment screening, especially in industries prone to financial risks and regulatory compliance. These checks aim to identify individuals who may be involved in money laundering or other illicit activities. By conducting thorough Money Laundering & EDD checks, employers can assess a candidate's financial background, including their connections, transactions, and potential risks.