CVCheck News & Articles

As we move into the next stage of economic recovery, industries have recommenced hiring. But with more jobseekers than ever before, businesses are facing an avalanche of applications.

The not for profit has had their work cut out for them, with young adults hit hardest by the economic and psychological costs of the COVID-19 response.

The inaugural Internal Talent Awards was a virtual black-tie gala like no other, recognising the talent industry’s finest. We caught up with the 2020 Talent Professional of the Year, Rebecca Thomas to hear about her win…

Estonia’s digital identity program is efficient, transparent and secure, leading the way as other governments strive to emulate it. Despite its success however, mistakes have been made – ones that other countries should learn from.

How is fintech impacting jobs in the finance sector? What will they look like in the future? Rebecca Smith, Lead Partner of PwC’s Future of Work, explains how technology will cause some roles to boom, others to be lost, and…

As digital identification becomes more prevalent, it’s important to understand that some forms of identification are more robust than others.

Job hunting with a criminal record can be challenging and demotivating for candidates, which is why employers should look beyond a criminal record when seeking the right hire.

Want to get the big picture on our finance checks? Here are the top 5 checks ordered by CVCheck clients across Australia and New Zealand, and the professions that request them.

"The online application process makes lodging police clearances a lot easier." Rizaline Punzalan Former GHR & Recruitment Administrator The client. Founded in Perth in 2005, Mader is a leading contracting company that has quickly forged a reputation in the industry…

Envisioning a post-COVID Australia, the Federal Government is offering financial relief to employers that aims to both help reduce youth unemployment and close skills gaps. Here’s what you need to know about JobMaker.

"The process to obtain police clearances for our candidates is made very simple, which is of great help to our business.” Tiana Toelupe Site Manager for Salvation Army Employment Plus The client. As a proud member of The Salvation Army…

Heard of RealMe? A New Zealand Government initiative, RealMe is a fully verified form of digital identity that NZ residents are now using to easily and securely verify who they are when accessing both government and private online services. From…

How do I make myself more hireable? Where can I search for job opportunities? Should I apply for an internship? Discover how you can prepare for the world of work by following these 10 simple steps.

You’ve done all the necessary background checks and employed your new staff member in good faith their bankruptcy record is clean. But what if a record is disclosed after the relationship has started? Here’s why an undisclosed bankruptcy record may…

More than 23 million breaches of Australian anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism finance laws will see Westpac pay a record-breaking fine.

As we struggle through COVID-19, an increasing number of employees are feeling heightened levels of anxiety. Here, Tanya Finnie, founder of leadership and cultural strategy consultancy firm, Redhead Communications, explains why the pandemic is leading to greater employee burnout and…

Have you noticed a colleague or employee struggling? Tasha Broomhall, founder and director of Blooming Minds, explains how to sensitively ask if they are ok, then offer meaningful help and support.

Hard skills might be quantifiable, but soft skills are transferrable and are arguably even more important in our hyperconnected workplace. Pavi Iyer, Talent Acquisition Lead at Catapult, explains why recruiters are seeking out candidates with exceptional soft skills.

Many cancer patients continue to work throughout their treatment and recovery. HR expert Leanne Bloomfield explains how to prepare for, and approach, a conversation with an employee who has just alerted you to their cancer diagnosis.

With restrictions easing in some states, many businesses are looking to bring staff back into the workplace. But what if your employees want to continue working from home? Employment lawyer David Kiel explains your rights.

"[CVCheck] is great because it empowers the client to get their checks completed, and we are notified in a timely manner if there’s any issues or hold ups. It’s an excellent website.” Metz Nelio Employment Account Manager The client. For…

Due to ongoing economic disruption from COVID-19, the Australian Government will continue the JobKeeper program into the early months of 2021. These changes may affect your eligibility to receive the payment, so here’s what you need to know.

We continue our series to introduce you to the finest people of our business. This week you can meet Jenny Cutri our Chief Compliance Officer and Company Secretary.

A former principal who taught at some of Melbourne’s most prestigious schools over a five-decade career has been charged with fraud. Here’s what happened and how it could have been prevented.

If you’d like your workplace to have a healthier relationship with alcohol, consider implementing these strategies.

While many industries struggle through COVID-19, some are experiencing rapid growth. Former CVCheck CEO Rod Sherwood sheds light on the current job market, and explains how CVCheck is future-proofing itself against the pandemic.

"It’s our job to make sure we hire people who will meet our single code of practice requirements and CVCheck enables that.” Jacqui Stoney Former People and Culture Advisor The client. As the body responsible for staging Australia’s greatest horse-racing…

Tracking recruitment metrics can aid data-based decision-making, reduce time-to-hire and cost-per-hire by making the process more efficient, and improving retention rates. Here, we reveal the top ten recruitment metrics every recruiter should be measuring, and why.

Daniel Chilcott, General Manager of Learning and HR Services at Programmed, explains; “Both industries are expanding very quickly. Health and education are such delicate areas because you’re looking after people’s welfare. We need to be especially thorough in our verification…

With a history of fraud and deception, 23-year-old Tyson Vacher, should never have been able to scam the community again. But it seems he has, this time masquerading as a qualified psychologist.