Can you afford not to verify ?
We specialise in the determination of trustworthiness.
Our unique identity verification and CV authentication process reduces the risk that every employer faces when deciding whether to hire a complete stranger.
We remove the stress associated with trying to figure out if the Resumé or CV before you can be relied upon, or is a fake.
We use a combination of standard procedures, computerised techniques utilising artificial intelligence, and forensic language investigation to verify the integrity of job applicants and existing employees.
Our processes are designed to ensure that a potential (or existing) employee or executive appointee is telling the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth; in fact has the qualifications and history they claim to have.
How is this done?
We consider a candidate from various perspectives. Our enquiries (Critical, Integrity, Professional and Personal), are incremental and build on one another to develop a profile which brings clarity to the prospective employee’s authenticity.
Our process is structured to provide flexibility, so we tailor our investigations to meet the specific needs of our clients. We won’t ever sell you services you don’t need.
At PVL we have several defining points of difference.
The first is our 20-minute "Integrity Test", a sophisticated, interactive, computer-based test that predicts the predisposition of a candidate towards counter productive behaviour, including theft, bribery, gambling, substance abuse; as well as assessing loyalty to you – the employer.
The second is a technique called SCAN (Scientific Content Analysis), which obtains information and detects deception by analysing written or verbal statements, such as CV’s.
This analysis is undertaken by the most experienced SCAN analyst in New Zealand, a retired SIS Officer with over 26 years of experience in Intelligence collection and analysis, who served as Manager of the New Zealand Government’s own employee vetting programme.
Thirdly, we are not simply information brokers - we don’t just collect information such as criminal and credit records - and then leave you to figure out its relevance like other providers do,. When you engage PVL you received a comprehensive written report and assessment of the relevance of all information collected.
And if you do hire the candidate we will be available for the duration of their employment with you, to assist with any questions you might have.
PVL’s founder has been continuously involved in employee trustworthiness assessments since 1995. We know employers find it invaluable to have ongoing access to experienced advice.
PVL is the only full time independent specialist pre-employment screening company in New Zealand
So when you engage us, you are getting just us and not a screening provider that is really owned and controlled by undeclared interests like recruitment companies, private detective agencies, or foreign shareholders. There is never any conflict of interest, or hidden agenda, when we work for you.
Our Guarantee
We are so confident about the value of our reports and assessments as part of your "due diligence" recruitment policy programme, that if you are unsatisfied in any way, then we wouldn’t expect you to pay. Simple as that.
Our company is a member of the internationally recognised National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) and supports its professional Code of Conduct.
PVL is for employers who relish the prospect of using the most advanced forensic technology in their hiring decisions.
Call or E-mail us for further information, pricing; or to request a sample verification and assessment report.
A small selection of recent New Zealand cases from the PVL news archive
Former Immigration CEO pleads guilty to CV fraud
3 February 2010 View article>>
Investment Banker pleads guilty to $17.7 million fraud
2 February 2010 View article>>
Charity Fundraising Manager convicted of stealing $590,000
29 January 2010 View article>>
Staff laid off whilst colleague was stealing $460,000 from employer
12 January 2010 View article>>
Insurance Manager jailed for $450,000 fraud
18 December 2009 View article>>
Survey: New Zealand ranked 8th out of 54 countries for company fraud
20 November 2009 View article>>
Hundreds of counterfeit NZ university degrees sold
19 November 2009 View article>>
Manager with unchecked false employment history jailed for $5.7 million fraud
12 November 2009 View article>>
Bank Manager jailed for 20 year fraud
24 September 2009 View article>>
Company owner loses business & home to employee fraud
16 September 2009 View article>>
University employee lied about qualification
9 September 2009 View article>>