Distorted information occurs everywhere in recruitment. -- Photo Navigos

Distorted information occurs everywhere in recruitment – from application forms and resumes to interviews. You do not necessarily have to reject your candidate for some white lies, however, you must know the truth. Navigos Search has collated the top things about job seekers that recruiters need to check.

Reasons for leaving

Company layoffs, contract expiration and voluntary resignation are some of the most common reasons for quitting a job provided by job seekers. To find out the truth, you can ask the previous employer about a candidate. A "no" will help you make your decision, but if they are not that straightforward, you can learn a lot from what they share.

Date of employment

Many candidates tell potential employers that they are still on the previous company's payroll. Some even cover their lies by asking potential employers not to contact their current managers, saying they don't want them to know they are looking for a new job. You can tell them that you need some time to verify the information and that it will be a waste of time if they are lying.

Salary

It comes as no surprise that many candidates exaggerate this fact in order to get a better job with a higher salary. Checking references in this case can be a daunting task as most companies will not reveal this information. If they don't, you can skip that information anyway. Fundamentally, the main purpose of this checking stage is to attest to the credibility of the candidate.

Source: Navigos Search