Onboarding & Background Check Officer

Responsibilities:

Coordinate the onboarding process from offer acceptance through successful resumption. Collect, review, and verify candidate documents and employment information. Conduct background checks, including employment, education, identity, and reference verification as required. Follow up with candidates and third parties to resolve missing or inconsistent information. Maintain accurate and confidential records of background checks and onboarding documentation. Coordinate with recruiters, HR teams, clients, and candidates throughout the onboarding process. Track onboarding progress and ensure required documentation is completed before resumption. Escalate discrepancies, verification concerns, or potential compliance issues appropriately. Prepare onboarding and background-check reports when required. Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive candidate information.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. 1–3 years of experience in HR, recruitment, onboarding, background verification, or a related role. Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills. Good communication and follow-up abilities. Ability to handle confidential information professionally. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace. Ability to work independently and manage multiple candidates or onboarding processes simultaneously.