As an HR manager, should I check the resume of my candidates for any misrepresentations or even blatant lies? [closed]

manpreet Best Answer 3 years ago

I am just wondering how big the checking of a resume is when it comes to structuring a vetting process for a job position.

manpreet 3 years ago

While 'cultural elements' company- or country-wise to some degree determine the degree of fact-checking, the specifics of the role are probably more important.

If the position sought is difficult and time-consuming to fill and candidates are known to occasionally 'get creative', at least basic fact-checking seems to be a good investment early on in the process.

If, however, the job is more mundane, candidates plentiful and local employment laws employer-friendly as regards to replacing employees, it would seem rational to only fact-check if a problem arises.