Candidate Background Verification

Recruitment

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Gmail
Google Sheets
Google Sheets
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Automatically send employment verification requests to previous employers for new candidates, track responses, and update status in Google Sheets.

Main Use Cases:

  1. Automatically send employment verification emails to previous employers.
  2. Track candidate verification status in Google Sheets.
  3. Loop through multiple candidates efficiently.
  4. Send a standardized set of questions regarding employment, performance, and conduct.
  5. Update Google Sheets automatically after sending emails.

How It Works:

This workflow simplifies background verification by sending email requests to a candidate's previous employer and tracking the response automatically.

1. Google Sheets Trigger

  • The workflow starts when a new candidate is added to the Google Sheet with fields like:
    • Candidate Name
    • Company Name
    • Company Email
    • Role

2. Loop Over Candidates

  • Processes multiple candidates in batches to handle verification efficiently.

3. Send Employment Verification Email (Gmail Node)

  • Sends a predefined HTML email to the candidate's previous employer with questions about:
    • Employment period
    • Designation/Role
    • Key responsibilities
    • Reason for leaving
    • Overall performance & conduct
    • Eligibility for rehire
    • Teamwork & collaboration
    • Reliability & punctuality

4. Update Verification Status in Google Sheets

  • Marks the candidate as Verification Sent in the sheet.
  • Keeps the process organized and trackable for HR teams.

Streamline HR Operations with Automated Background Checks:

Automating candidate background verification ensures consistent communication, faster response times, and reduces manual effort. Combine this workflow with other Recruitment Automation Solutions to simplify recruitment and maintain accurate candidate records.