Background Investigator

Hiring a Corporate Background Investigator (Compliance & Global Risk Operations), share resume at hr@advicta.com

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Position Overview:

Corporate Background Investigator

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Full-Spectrum Background Checks

  :
• Execute global pre- and post-employment background screenings, including

  criminal history, employment verification, education verification, identity validation, address checks, credit history

  , and

  professional license authentication

  .
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across jurisdictions in line with corporate hiring standards.

• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

  :
• Maintain rigorous compliance with global regulatory standards including but not limited to:

• FCRA

  (Fair Credit Reporting Act - USA)

• GDPR

  (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)

• ISO 27001

  ,

  SOC 2

  , and

  PCI DSS

  as relevant to data security and access

• Local criminal record laws

  , financial data access protocols, and consent-based processing models

• Stakeholder & Third-Party Coordination

  :
• Coordinate with global

  HR Business Partners

  ,

  Legal Counsel

  ,

  Hiring Managers

  , and

  new hires

  to ensure accurate documentation and legal adherence.
• Collaborate with

  international screening vendors

  , legal advisors, and external agencies to support background checks across multiple legal jurisdictions.

• Case Management & Audit Readiness

  :
• Maintain structured case files, time-stamped audit trails, digital logs, and

  case notes in accordance with ISO 9001

  and

  audit protocols

  .
• Conduct

  risk assessments

  based on screening outcomes and escalate red flags with due diligence recommendations.

• Process Improvement & Automation

  :
• Support the implementation of background screening tools, platforms (e.g., HireRight, Sterling, Checkr), and automation for compliance validation and record retention.
• Identify and eliminate process inefficiencies while maintaining alignment with internal audit controls and external regulatory expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• Compliance Certifications (e.g., CCEP, FCRA-certified)

  preferred.
• 8-10 years of direct experience in

  corporate background investigations, compliance auditing, or employment screening.

• Demonstrated expertise in global data privacy regulations

  ,

  legal disclosure requirements

  , and

  adjudication matrix handling

  .
• Strong understanding of

  labor laws

  ,

  data protection laws

  , and

  criminal records access protocols

  across major jurisdictions (US, UK, EU, India, APAC).
• Experience using industry tools like

  LexisNexis, Accuity, WorldCheck, HireRight, or Checkr

  .
• Familiarity with

  KYC/AML

  ,

  OFAC/Sanctions checks

  , and

  global compliance risk mapping

  is a plus.

Core Competencies:

• High legal acumen and ethical integrity in handling sensitive personal data.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and reporting skills.
• Excellent documentation, process governance, and stakeholder communication.
• Ability to manage high-volume cases in a fast-paced, global environment.
  

Certifications (Preferred but not Mandatory):

• FCRA Certification (Fair Credit Reporting Act Compliance)
• CCEP (Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional)
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• CIPM or CIPP (Privacy certifications)