Your Premium Candidate Screening Partner
Benefit from our 25+ years of experience in helping businesses like yours with a range of employment screening services that puts the candidate first.
Navigating the employment landscape is increasingly complex, but we alleviate the burden of candidate screening, instilling confidence and providing unparalleled levels of security for your business.
Hire with Confidence!
The hiring process is one of the most important aspects of any growing organisation. Finding, securing and placing the best people is key to supporting the growth and development of your business. However, employment screening can feel like an increasingly complex challenge to navigate - which is why we are here to help.
To get your candidate screening process right, you need to know which kind of checks to carry out, what sort of red flags you may be looking for, and which legal regulations you must adhere to – it can get very complicated unless you’re an expert.
With Matrix Security Watchdog, that process is streamlined. We work with you to stay safe and protected in a fast-evolving compliance and legislative environment. You can grow your business with confidence thanks to our tailored background screening services, including our DBS checking service and social and media checks to assess cultural fit.
We provide a wide range of background check packages, relevant to market sectors or role types. For a truly tailored offering, you can also design your own package from a comprehensive menu of checks, enabling a bespoke screening solution for your specific role categories and organisation’s unique needs.
If you are unsure about where to start or what may be relevant for your business, our advisory team will be on hand to guide you through your options and provide advice.
We also offer a free review of your current candidate screening provision, and benchmark this against industry best practices – providing clear, actionable steps to fixing any issues you may have.
Why choose Matrix Security Watchdog for your candidate screening?
We’ve been helping businesses like yours to seamlessly carry out employment screenings since 1998. We are the leading provider of background screening services, with our team of experts playing an active role in shaping the future of the screening industry.
This has included working closely with the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) to ensure that our services are aligned with best practices and always put your business’s needs first.
As of 2024, Matrix Security Watchdog has been awarded status as a BSCC-Accredited Screening Provider, a recognition of our commitment to excellence, accountability, high professional standards and continued institutional improvement. Matrix Security Watchdog’s co-founder and COO, Susie Thomson, has also been appointed as the Secretary and Treasurer of the PBSA for the 2024-2025 term. This is following more than five years of contribution and collaboration with the prestigious non-profit trade association.
As part of Team Matrix, we are driven by our mission of connecting people to work, guaranteeing 100% compliance through our innovative screening technology that empowers your hiring and employment processes.
By working with Matrix Security Watchdog, you’ll receive:
Matrix Security Watchdog is one of only 14 background screening providers globally to receive certification through the Background Screening Organisation Accreditation Program (BSOAP).
The average time for candidates to complete our screening process is just over 6 minutes, and we deliver a premium candidate journey ensuring seamless, efficient, and personalised interactions every step of the way.
Our thorough background screening services minimise risk for your business, providing the peace of mind that you’ve made the right hire.
Each client benefits from a dedicated client relationship manager and service delivery manager, ensuring seamless operations and direct access to personalised support.
Our employment screening services are powered by bespoke tech that integrates with your existing HR or recruitment systems, allowing for a seamless candidate experience.
All of our candidate screening services are supported by on-shore guidance in the UK for candidates and employers. No matter the query or issue, we’re here to help.
Help Hub
Essential guidance for candidates and employers on the employment screening process.
Our Technology
Learn more about the proprietary platforms powering our background screening services.
Our Framework Programmes
Through the Crown Commercial Services frameworks, organisations can directly procure a range of our service & solutions.
Through the SUPC Temporary & Permanent Recruitment framework, organisations can directly procure our Recruitment Assessment Services.
Through the APUC Executive Search framework, organisations can directly procure our Executive Search & Assessment Services.
Through the ESPO 3S-22 Strategic HR Services framework, organisations can directly procure a range of HR, Recruitment, Background Checking & Talent solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Looking for an answer not found below? Visit our dedicated Help Hub for everything you need to know about background screening – for candidates as well as employers.
Is it a legal requirement to screen staff?
Some industries (e.g., Education and Healthcare) are required to carry out DBS checks on their staff every 3 years. We recommend a more regular background screening to minimise risk.
Can I screen international candidates?
Yes. We offer a variety of international checks. Please contact the sales team for further information.
Can I carry out my own candidate screening?
Yes, you can, but it is worth remembering that screening is time-intensive and can be intrusive. A third party like Matrix Security Watchdog will almost certainly accelerate your time to hire.
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