EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION BACKGROUND CHECKS

Confirm employee work history before you hire

When it comes to hiring, experience matters. With employment verification, confirm your candidate’s previous job titles, responsibilities, and dates of employment—so you can be sure they have the experience they claim.

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Precision Employment Background Checks scaled for every business size

In the fast-paced environment of employee recruitment, accuracy is the foundation of a secure workforce. An Employment Verification Background Check from Hire Performance provides small-large-scale organizations with a rigorous, reliable method to validate candidate history. By bridging the gap between digital efficiency and human expertise, we empower talent acquisition teams to hire with total confidence, ensuring that every addition to your leadership or frontline staff possesses the exact experience they claim.

Mitigating organizational risk with employment verification

A comprehensive Employment Verification Background Check is a critical defense against resume fraud and negligent hiring liabilities. Even for larger enterprises, a single bad hire can result in significant financial loss and brand damage. Hire Performance accelerates your time-to-hire without sacrificing depth.

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Seamless background check management via the eScreener hub

To manage hundreds or thousands of employee background checks across multiple regions effectively, you need a centralized 'Command Center' that streamlines every step. The eScreener Hub is our proprietary, paperless platform designed to streamline the entire screening lifecycle. From the moment a candidate provides mobile-friendly digital consent to the delivery of the final report, every step is tracked in real time.

Secure & compliant verification processing

At Hire Performance, legal rigor is non-negotiable. We maintain a strict commitment to Canadian background check standards and US regulations, ensuring 100% compliance with PIPEDA and FCRA. A key differentiator for our Canadian partners is our 100% Canadian Data Residency guarantee. All sensitive candidate information remains on Canadian soil, protected by bank-grade encryption and audited security protocols.

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Build a comprehensive risk profile with integrated verification services from Hire Performance

While an Employment Verification Background Check confirms a candidate's past presence at a company, a truly robust screening strategy requires a 360-degree view of their professional integrity. To ensure your organization is protected from every angle, Hire Performance offers seamless integration of specialized verification services within the eScreener Hub.

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  • Reference Checks

    Go beyond the "what" and the "where" to discover the "how." Our Reference Checks involve professional outreach to former supervisors and colleagues to gauge a candidate’s soft skills, cultural fit, and past performance. By combining these insights with factual employment data, you gain a clearer picture of how a candidate will contribute to your specific team environment.

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  • Credential & Accreditation Verifications

    For roles requiring specialized licensing, such as in finance, healthcare, or engineering, our Credential and Accreditation Verifications are essential. We verify that all professional licenses, certifications, and academic degrees are current and in good standing with the respective governing bodies. This ensures your organization remains compliant with industry regulations and that your "expert" hires truly possess the qualifications they claim.

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Employment Verification Check FAQs

  • How long does it take to run an Employment Verification Background Check?

    We provide you with the results of your employment screening background checks quickly and professionally. Our team’s connections and prompt follow-ups make it possible to get your results as quickly as possible—so you don’t have to deal with the time-consuming process of forwarded email chains and inbox tag.


    As soon as your results are ready, you’ll be able to access them conveniently and securely online.

  • What’s Included In An Employment History Check?

    Hire Performance’s online Employment Checks gather unbiased information about your applicant’s previous work history directly from human resources, past supervisors, and payroll. We compare these results with the information provided by your candidate and alert you of any discrepancies. Each employment history report includes:


    • Prior employment history including employment dates, position held, income, reason for leaving, and eligibility for rehire
    • Comparison with information provided by applicant
    • Identification of gaps on applicant’s resumé or job application

  • What is the primary benefit of running Employment Background Checks?

    An employment verification confirms that a candidate’s self-reported work history, including job titles and tenure, is factual. For small to large organizations, this service mitigates the risk of "resume padding" and ensures that new hires possess the specific experience required for high-responsibility roles, thereby reducing turnover and training costs.

  • Is the employment verification process compliant with provincial human rights codes?

    Yes, all Hire Performance screening services are fully compliant with Canadian provincial human rights codes and federal PIPEDA regulations. We focus strictly on objective, factual data related to professional history, ensuring that the verification process respects candidate privacy and adheres to non-discriminatory hiring practices.

  • How does Hire Performance verify employment data compared to automated databases?

    While many firms use automated bots that scrape outdated databases, Hire Performance utilizes in-house specialists who contact previous employers directly. This human-to-human verification process allows us to confirm details that databases often miss, such as specific job responsibilities or eligibility for rehire, ensuring much higher data integrity.

  • How do candidates provide consent through the eScreener Hub?

    Candidates receive a secure, mobile-friendly link via email to provide digital consent. The eScreener Hub guides them through a paperless workflow where they can sign authorization forms and upload necessary documentation instantly, significantly reducing friction in the candidate experience.

Employment Verification Check Blogs

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Why Returning to Office Work Is Skyrocketing in 2026

By Alexis Hill • January 12, 2026
Learn what’s driving return-to-office policies in 2026 and how they impact trust, hiring decisions, background screening, and workplace risk management.
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Turning Exit Interviews into a Successful Blueprint for 2026

By Maria McParland • December 10, 2025
Learn why exit interviews matter and how to turn raw feedback into actionable strategies for the new year.
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Holiday Hiring Tips for Retail in 2025

By Aarti Arora • November 3, 2025
Learn how thorough background screening and employment verification can help retail employers hire smarter, faster, and safer during the holiday rush.
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Why Returning to Office Work Is Skyrocketing in 2026

By Alexis Hill • January 12, 2026
Learn what’s driving return-to-office policies in 2026 and how they impact trust, hiring decisions, background screening, and workplace risk management.
Woman hands a shopping bag to another woman at a store counter.

Holiday Hiring Tips for Retail in 2025

By Aarti Arora • November 3, 2025
Learn how thorough background screening and employment verification can help retail employers hire smarter, faster, and safer during the holiday rush.
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Spotting Fake Employment Records for Remote Jobs

By Amanda Pinto • October 10, 2025
Discover how to spot fake employment verification records for remote jobs. Learn common habits & how Hire Performance simplifies the verification process.
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What is an Employment Background Check and How Do You Get One?

By Maria McParland • April 30, 2025
Learn how employment background checks work in Canada, what’s included, and how your company can run compliant checks quickly.