Verifications Specialist I (Fresh Graduate/ Hybrid)

Cisive Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Penang; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading background verification company in Penang is seeking a detail-oriented Verifications Specialist. This hybrid role is ideal for fresh graduates proficient in English and Mandarin. The incumbent will conduct employment screenings and manage customer relations, ensuring accurate case processing. Candidates must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and effective communication skills. This position provides an exciting opportunity to develop diverse skillsets in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and written skills in English and Mandarin; Cantonese is a plus.
• Receptive to coaching and feedback, focusing on building self-development areas.
• Quick learner who can spot new opportunities with demonstrated initiative, diligence, and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct employment screening services and provide customer services for clients.
• Verify educational, employment, and professional qualification credentials.
• Manage research tasks under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Skills

Proficient in English

Proficient in Mandarin

Excellent attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Verifications Specialist I (Fresh Graduate/ Hybrid)

At Cisive, our vision is to make securing the right talent effortless. We provide technology-first background screening, identity verification, and continuous monitoring solutions that help organizations hire and manage their workforce with confidence.

Our Values

Integrity First:We uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do.

Innovate Fearlessly:We challenge the status quo, embrace emerging technologies, and continuously refine our solutions to stay ahead of industry needs.

Win Together:We break down barriers, share knowledge, and champion teamwork across departments, brands, and global offices to achieve our collective goals.

Customer Obsessed:We go beyond transactional interactions to become trusted partners in risk mitigation and workforce management.

Stay One Step Ahead:We proactively seek knowledge that helps us—and our clients—stay ahead of the curve.

We are seeking a detail-oriented person to join our team. In this Verifications Specialist role, you will be responsible for conducting employment screening services and provide customer services for our clients in order to support the business.

If you are a fresh graduate from college or university and proficient in English and Mandarin languages looking for a job, we want to hear from you!

Scope of Position

The Verifications Specialist (Flex) supports the organization by ensuring inventory levels are addressed on a daily basis through diligent and effective case closure. The candidate will primarily handle database and verification research works to act as flexible resources based on evolving business needs. The role offers the opportunity to develop diverse skillsets that will greatly contribute to the different areas in the organization.

The Verifications Specialist will focus on adjudicating cases based on knowledge of client specifications by applying thorough, analytical measures to ensuring cases are closed in accordance with the organizational service levels. Applies detail-oriented and critical thinking skills to ensure quality control and inventory levels are met daily.

• Involved in the dynamic and evolving needs of the business by exhibiting proficiency, flexibility, and adaptability in performing a variety of tasks.
• Conduct research tasks for adverse news on public domain and various databases, primarily in English and Mandarin languages.
• Verify educational, employment and professional qualification credentials of prospective employees for clients through phone calls or emails.
• Making follow up calls and emails with third parties for verification results on a regular basis.
• Collect, analyze and evaluate research information and ensure high level of accuracy.
• Manage research tasks with rapidly shifting priorities and ensure high level of accuracy.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills when liaising with internal and external parties and communicate in a professional manner.
• Show a good understanding of clients’ requirements and execute service level agreements.
• Maintain confidentiality and exhibit reliable attendance in accordance with organizational and departmental policies.
• Proactively address inventory levels on a daily basis through coordination and communication with leadership.
• Proactively seek feedback from managers and training opportunities.

"We are looking for Mandarin-speaking candidates who will be serving Mandarin-speaking customers."

Education & Qualification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree holder; fresh graduate.

Excellent communication and written skills in English and Mandarin. Cantonese is a plus.

Excellent attention to detail.

Receptive to coaching and feedback, focusing on building self-development areas.

Be a quick learner who can spot new opportunities with demonstrated initiative, diligence and accuracy.

Be able to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines and manage projects independently whilst working as part of a wide and varied team.