Background Checks & Screening: Know Your Employees and Partners

A strong organization is built on trust. Whether you are hiring a new employee for a key position, or are about to close a lucrative deal with a new business partner, you want to be sure that the people you deal with are reliable. A thorough background check or pre-employment screening prevents catastrophic misjudgments, reputational damage, and internal fraud.

Unfortunately, resume fraud is becoming increasingly common. Candidates exaggerate their diplomas, conceal past labor disputes, or lie about their true job titles. In extreme cases, fraudsters even deliberately infiltrate organizations to steal trade secrets or commit fraud. In the business world too (due diligence), it is crucial to know whether a future business partner is genuinely as successful as they claim, or if there are hidden bankruptcies or a dubious past.

What Does a Background Check Entail?

Nefesh Investigations conducts tailored background checks and screenings. Depending on the seniority of the position or the magnitude of the financial risk, we determine together with you how deep the background investigation should go.

• Resume and Diploma Verification: We verify directly with educational institutions and former employers whether the stated diplomas and work experience are actually correct. No assumptions, but solid verification.
• Reference Checks: We contact provided (and sometimes unprovided) references to get an accurate picture of the candidate's past performance and integrity.
• Financial Screening & Due Diligence: Especially for executive positions or partnerships with new suppliers, insight into the financial background is essential. We check for corporate structures (UBOs), bankruptcies, and potential conflicts of interest.
• Digital Footprint (OSINT): What does the internet reveal about this person? We scan public sources, forums, news archives, and social media for undesirable behavior, extremism, or reputational risks that could harm your brand.

Legal Framework and Privacy

Screening is subject to strict privacy rules. As an authorized private investigation agency, we ensure that every investigation is proportionate and fully complies with the guidelines of the Data Protection Authority (GDPR). Prior consent from the candidate (informed consent) is a requirement in many cases.