Pre-Employment Verification – Preventing a Business from Hiring a Fraudster
📍 Location: Mumbai
🏢 Client: A Financial Consultancy Firm
The Risk: Hiring a Candidate with Fake Credentials
A leading financial consultancy firm in Mumbai was about to hire a candidate for a senior finance position. His resume was impressive, with top-tier university degrees and high-level experience in multinational firms.
However, before making the final offer, the company decided to conduct a Pre-Employment Background Check with City Intelligence Pvt. Ltd.
What We Investigated:
Educational Background Check – Verified university degrees and certifications. Previous Employment Verification – Cross-checked employment records. Criminal Background Screening – Checked court records and police databases.
The Findings: A Candidate Full of Lies
Our thorough verification process revealed shocking truths:
Fake MBA Degree – The candidate’s claimed degree from a prestigious university did not exist. Fake Work Experience – Two of his past job references were completely fabricated. Financial Fraud Case – He was previously involved in a financial scam in another city.
The Outcome: Saving the Company from a Costly Mistake
Key Benefits of Pre-Employment Verification:
✔️ Prevents financial fraud & reputation damage
✔️ Ensures only genuine, qualified candidates are hired
✔️ Protects businesses from internal security threats