Verification Specialist

Veremark is a remote-first HR tech scale-up on a mission to help the world trust faster. We started with background and reference checking, pioneering an entirely new approach through Verepass - a blockchain solution which facilitates instant verification by enabling candidates to own, manage, and share their securely-held and verified career credentials. We have recently launched our second product - a Whistleblowing platform with end-to-end encryption enabling employees to report issues safely and anonymously. But this is just the beginning. Join us and become part of the journey using technology to help the world trust faster. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Verification Specialist to join our background screening team. The role involves conducting accurate and timely employment verifications as part of pre-employment background checks. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and demonstrates strong analytical and communication skills. Key Responsibilities Conduct end-to-end employment verifications for background screening purposes Reach out to employers, HR departments, and references via phone, email, and other communication channels Verify candidate employment details including job titles, tenure, responsibilities, and reasons for leaving Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company and client standards Maintain proper documentation and update verification records in internal systems Meet defined turnaround time (TAT) and productivity targets Identify discrepancies and escalate issues when required Handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience (background screening, verification, BPO, or related field preferred) Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and quick-learning environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills ( English language ) Strong organizational and time management abilities Basic proficiency in Google Workspace and data entry systems Preferred Attributes Experience in employment verification other background screening fulfillment processes Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively Problem-solving mindset with a high level of accountability Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes quickly We are an all-remote organisation with ~200+ people spread across the world. We value Trust, Integrity, Data and Experience in everything we do - from the way we collaborate to the products we create. We’re focused on transforming the industry while partnering with many of the leading technology platforms in the People & Talent ecosystem. And we’re growing fast. Having recently been ranked in Deloitte’s Tech Fast 50 for the second year running, we’re looking for brilliant people, fast thinkers and passionate change-drivers to join our expanding team.