Many employers fail to check fraudulent CV’s

Latest findings have revealed that one in five employers don’t have a background screening policy in place for potentially fraudulent CVs.

The Sterling Talent Solutions survey was compiled as a result of a Prospects report investigating 200 potential cases of degree fraud in the last four years, closing down 75 websites falsely offering UK degrees.

False claims are certainly on the rise, with research from The University of Law stating that 51% of Brits have felt pressure to lie on their application.

Explaining why businesses need to ensure they complete the necessary verification checks, Managing Director EMEA at Sterling, Steve Smith commented, “In a world of fake news where fraudsters are becoming ever more sophisticated in their use of technology to fabricate educational and training credentials, it’s perhaps no surprise that Prospects has unearthed a number of illegitimate websites.

“However, while many firms are more than aware of the trend towards falsifying applications, there’s still a worrying number of employers failing to implement the right checks, exposing themselves, their staff and their company to potential risk. You have to ask yourself, if an applicant has a fraudulent degree, what else they are being less than honest about?”

“For firms seeking to implement robust checks, there are a few basic steps that should be taken. By going directly to registrars (or doing so through third-party screening providers) it’s possible to identify immediate red-flags. Diploma mills now also have university websites where you can go to check the validity of a certificate. Of course, as fraud becomes more sophisticated, there will be a need for improved procedures, so it’s always advisable to seek out expert guidance.”

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