Starrdam, built upon extensive expertise, has a rich history in devising and executing comprehensive background checks and security clearance protocols for individuals employed in diverse private and public sectors. Our track record spans numerous sensitive and high-security positions.

Our clientele encompasses a wide array of organizations, ranging from government entities overseeing correctional facilities and care facilities to private clients in sectors such as nuclear energy, aviation, and financial services.

At Starrdam, we understand that every organization has unique requirements, and the positions within them demand distinct competencies, skills, and attributes, accompanied by varying levels of authority and responsibility. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of employment screening packages tailored to meet the specific needs of our customers.

Our screening process is designed to help organizations mitigate the risk of making inappropriate recruitment decisions, which, if overlooked, could lead to fraud, dishonesty, misconduct, and potential damage to their brand, reputation, and financial stability.

Our core employment screening checks consist of the following components:

Identity Check: We verify a person’s identifying credentials, such as a passport or birth certificate, to ensure their true identity.

Right to Work: For non-EU citizens presenting work or student visas, Starrdam validates their authenticity using reliable sources from the relevant immigration authorities.

Proof of Residence Verification: We confirm a person’s residential address by conducting searches through various sources, including the public electoral roll and consumer credit data, establishing a transactional history at a specific address.

UK Credit Check: Through established credit bureaus, we perform consumer credit checks to identify County Court Judgements, Voluntary Arrangements, bankruptcies, and other relevant financial information.

Academic Qualification Validation: We directly contact educational institutions to verify an individual’s qualifications and period of attendance.

Employment History: We validate an individual’s employment history by conducting written and/or verbal references from previous employers.

Professional Qualification and Membership Check: We directly request confirmation from professional bodies regarding an individual’s membership status, date of joining, and professional qualifications.

Criminal Record Search: Starrdam uses its affiliations with appropriate bodies such as Disclosure Scotland, Criminal Records Bureau, or Access Northern Ireland to conduct criminal record checks. We ensure that the correct disclosure type is used, which can include Basic, Standard, or Enhanced, depending on the specific requirements.

UK Directorship(s) Search: We conduct searches of Companies House records to identify current and previous directorships held by an individual, as well as any notifications of disqualification from acting as a company officer.

Driving Licence Check: We verify driver license details against information held by the DVLA to identify any disqualifications, endorsements/penalty points, or restrictions.

Regulatory, Sanctions, Enforcement, and Politically Exposed Persons: We perform searches across multiple data sources, including HM Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), FSA, Politically Exposed Persons Intelligence, and CIA, to identify any regulatory issues, sanctions, or connections to politically exposed persons.

Media Searches: We conduct searches of various media news sources using adverse search strings to identify any newsworthy items related to the individual.

At Starrdam, we customize our screening packages to align with your specific business needs, providing you with a robust employee screening program that safeguards your organization against potential risks and ensures confident recruitment decisions.