Screening Executive

Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.
We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.

Pay Range

Job Description

• Hours: Monday to Friday, Full time, 37.5 hours per week - 8.30am - 5pm (1 hour lunch break)
• Hybrid working: Manchester - One week in the office, then one week working from home.
• Salary: £24,875 per annum

What We Look For

We're looking for motivated individuals who take pride in delivering excellent customer service and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You'll be confident communicating with people, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and motivated by meeting targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Whether your background is in customer service, administration, recruitment support, screening, or another people-focused role, we'd love to hear from you.

Role Overview

As a Screening Executive, you'll play an important role in helping employers make safe and informed hiring decisions by ensuring pre-employment checks are completed efficiently and accurately.

You will work closely with candidates, clients, and hiring managers, providing a professional and supportive experience throughout the screening process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of pre-employment checks, including identity, qualification, employment history, and credit checks
• Review documentation to ensure all screening requirements and quality standards are met
• Respond promptly to enquiries from hiring managers and candidates regarding the screening process
• Contact candidates via phone and email to obtain and verify information
• Obtain employment references and follow up with referees where required
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies within candidate documentation or employment history
• Ensure all information is recorded accurately and completed within agreed timescales
• Work towards individual and team service and performance targets

Why Join Reed?

At Reed, we invest in our people and provide real opportunities to develop and progress your career.

Our benefits include:

• Paid Sabbaticals: Rewarding continuous service with paid time away from work
• Health Cash Plan: Support towards everyday healthcare costs
• Personal Development Fund: Financial support for learning and development opportunities
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Career Progression: Many of our current Screening Team Leaders started their careers as Screening Executives
• Industry-Leading Training: Ongoing support and development to help you succeed

If you're looking for a role where you can build a career, develop valuable skills, and make a real impact within a supportive and successful team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue improving lives through work.

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All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.