Background Specialist

Provincial; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Background Specialist to enhance their Background Check Programme. This remote role focuses on maintaining the integrity and accuracy of background checks while ensuring a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, relevant experience, and a commitment to professionalism and confidentiality. Join a diverse team that values inclusion and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Industry-leading wage package

Comprehensive sick pay scheme

Opportunities for advancement

Excellent working environment

Training opportunities

Bike-to-work scheme

Mental health support

Referral program

Christmas savings club

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in background checks or related field.
• Proven project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Initiate background checks for candidates and existing employees.
• Monitor checks in progress to ensure completion.
• Collaborate with background vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Project Management

Tools

Google Suite

Background Check Systems

Job description

Our client is expanding its operations and is seeking a motivated, customer-focused analytical team player to join their Background Check Programme. The Background Specialist will work directly with the Background Manager and team to maintain the integrity, security, and accuracy of the client's Background Check program, while ensuring candidates receive the best possible experience.

About the role:

Professionalism and confidentiality are critical. Besides ensuring the completion of all background checks globally, the Background Specialist will assist with program design, documentation, administrative duties, partner education, and improving the candidate experience.

This is a remote position. You must be eligible to work and live in the UK or EU.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Initiate background checks for candidates and existing employees
2. Manage ticket queue in background vendor portal
3. Monitor checks in progress to ensure progression to completion
4. Escalate background issues to management when required
5. Collaborate with background vendors to resolve issues
6. Contact Recruiters for additional information as needed
7. Partner with Legal/Compliance to ensure best practices
8. Maintain procedures and process documentation
9. Respond to candidate questions

Job requirements:

1. Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in background checks or related field
2. Experience with background check systems (e.g., Checkr)
3. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
4. Excellent organizational and time management skills
5. Effective verbal and written communication skills
6. Maturity and sound judgment
7. Proven project management experience
8. Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy
9. Self-discipline and ability to work independently

Preferred qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or related fields
2. Certification in background screening or compliance (desirable)
3. Familiarity with background verification tools and databases, proficiency in Google Suite

Benefits of joining Provincial:

• Industry-leading wage package
• Comprehensive sick pay scheme
• Opportunities for advancement
• Excellent working environment
• Training opportunities

We also offer holidays, a bike-to-work scheme, mental health support, a referral program, Christmas savings club, and more. If there's something important to you that's not listed, talk to our team.

At Provincial, we embrace diversity and foster an environment where everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, cultural background, or disability, can thrive. If you don't meet all the criteria, don't worry; we welcome applicants of all genders, nationalities, and sexualities. Your journey begins with believing in yourself and the endless possibilities we offer.