International Background Research Specialist

About the role

Global Researchers conduct an interesting variety of international background checks on behalf of our clients' applicants in over 245 countries throughout the world. These checks include, but are not limited to, employment, education, criminal record, credit, professional licensing, and directorship checks. It is an exciting position which affords the opportunity to interact with and gain knowledge about the world around us. We are seeking a representative who is willing and able to utilize their international education and experiences on a daily basis. It is preferred, but not required, that applicants fluently speak and read/translate for business purposes in a language besides English. Bilingual candidates are strongly desired, especially those with proficiency in French. However, those without language capabilities will be considered as well.

Responsibilities

• Verification of background information for employment and applicant screening purposes
• Research completed via phone, mail, or email, and may involve contacting vendors and using vendor databases
• Daily verification tasks including, but not limited to:
  • Education verifications
  • Employment verifications
  • References
  • Court and/or police records/police clearances
  • Credit checks
  • Government databases
  • Motor vehicle records
• Follow up on research requests with vendors to meet estimated turnaround times
• Follow up with internal research and support departments for country-specific required documentation and search procedures
• Work with coordinator to ensure client satisfaction with international services, turnaround time, and quality of results
• Assist in establishing procedures, work instructions, and implementation of international vendor searches
• Uphold all corporate security policies and procedures to safeguard client and corporate data and resources

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Fluency in French or another language besides English preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects
• Excellent prioritization, research, and time management skills with the ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain confidential and time-sensitive information
• Schedule flexibility to accommodate the needs of international vendors and clients

Pay

$16.00/hr

Schedule

Full-time, on-site position in Warminster, PA. Available shifts: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, or 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spouse/family coverage options
• 401K plan with generous company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary insurance coverage plans (life, disability, etc.)
• Paid lunch breaks
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid training program/internal employee development
• Overtime options available
• Casual dress code
• Flexible work schedules
• RushBus scheduled service from SEPTA Bus Route 22 and Regional Rail
• Employee referral bonus program
• Discounts through partnerships & neighborhood business programs