We agree relevant checks instead of applying unnecessary checks to every role.
AXIOPISTOS CONSULTING LIMITED
Background verification
Make hiring decisions with better information.
Background verification helps you confirm selected information provided by a candidate before you complete a hiring decision. Checks are agreed according to the role and the information needed, with appropriate candidate authorisation and attention to privacy.
SERVICE SCOPE
What we can
support you with.
The final deliverables and responsibilities are confirmed in your proposal and service agreement.
- Employment history and reference checks
- Educational or professional credential verification where accessible
- Review of agreed candidate information and identified inconsistencies
- A findings report to support your own hiring decision
BENEFITS
What this support
can bring to your business.
- Adds evidence to information supplied during recruitment.
- Helps identify inconsistencies that need clarification.
- Supports proportionate due diligence for the responsibilities of the role.
- Provides a documented basis for reviewing verification findings.
WHEN THE NEED IS LEFT UNADDRESSED
Gaps that can
hold your business back.
- Unverified claims can leave important gaps in your hiring assessment.
- Late discovery of discrepancies may disrupt onboarding or team confidence.
- Inconsistent checking can make candidate comparisons less reliable.
A capable internal team may already address these needs. External support is useful where expertise, time or capacity is limited; the right approach depends on your business.
OUR PROCESS
A clear path
from brief to delivery.
We agree what the engagement covers and who is responsible at each stage.
01Understand
02Plan
03Deliver
04Review
- 01
Agree the checks
Define the role-related checks, scope and candidate authorisation requirements.
- 02
Collect information
Receive the documents and contact details needed to start verification.
- 03
Verify and clarify
Contact the relevant sources and seek clarification on material discrepancies.
- 04
Report findings
Share confirmed findings and any unresolved or unavailable information.
INDICATIVE TIME FRAME
Plan the work
with a realistic schedule.
| Stage or engagement | Indicative duration |
|---|---|
| Routine checks | Typically 5–10 working days |
| Institution-dependent or cross-border checks | Typically 2–4 weeks or longer |
These are planning estimates, not guaranteed delivery commitments. Timelines start after the agreed brief, required information and approvals are received. Results depend on the responsiveness and accessibility of employers, referees and institutions. An unavailable response is reported as unresolved, not treated as confirmation. Your proposal will confirm the applicable schedule.
WHY CHOOSE AXIOPISTOS
Support shaped around
your business.
We distinguish verified findings from unresolved information.
We help connect verification with your recruitment and onboarding process.
Our work is guided by Excellence, Professionalism, Integrity, Innovation, Quality Assurance and Empowerment.
LET’S DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Make the next
step clear.
Tell us about your background verification needs, preferred timing and expected outcomes. We’ll discuss the scope and prepare a tailored proposal.
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Lekki–Epe Expressway,
Lagos State, Nigeria.
Lekki–Epe Expressway,
Lagos State, Nigeria.
EMAIL USinfo@axiopistosconsulting.com
CALL US+234 810 981 6630
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