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THE IMPORTANCE OF CONDUCTING CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS ON FOREIGN WORKERS IN SOUTH AFRICA

In an increasingly globalised world, South Africa opens its doors to many foreign workers across various sectors. While this influx can enrich our workforce and bring diverse skills, it also necessitates robust screening processes to ensure workplace safety and compliance with local laws. A recent incident involving a personal trainer at Virgin Active has brought […]
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REMOTE HIRING BEST PRACTICES: REDUCING RISK WHILE ACCESSING GLOBAL TALENT

Remote hiring has become a strategic imperative for many organisations. For South African professionals, it has unlocked opportunities to work for global companies that value our strong work ethic and problem-solving skills. For international employers, hiring South Africans can be cost-effective, the weak South African Rand often translates into attractive value for money, while providing South African employees with […]
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ASSESSING LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL USING PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENTS

Identifying future leaders is one of the most important tasks HR teams and people leaders face. The cost of a wrong leadership hire is high: lost productivity, weakened culture and increased turnover. Psychometric assessments provide structured, evidence-based insight into a candidate’s potential, not only their skills, but their decision-making style, emotional intelligence and, critically, their […]
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NAVIGATING THE DISCOVERY OF A CRIMINAL RECORD IN THE EMPLOYEE SCREENING PROCESS: A GUIDE FOR EMPLOYERS

As employers in South Africa engage in the critical practice of employee screening, one of the primary concerns that arise is how to handle candidates who present with a criminal record. Understanding the implications of employing individuals with criminal backgrounds, alongside the relevant labour law references, is essential for ensuring both compliance and fairness in […]
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NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITIES: TIME TO REVIEW YOUR BACKGROUND SCREENING PRACTICES

As we usher in the new year, it is an opportune moment for businesses, especially in South Africa, to reflect on their employee background screening processes. In the increasingly complex landscape of compliance and regulations, conducting a thorough review of your background screening company and practices is not only wise but also essential to ensuring […]
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