
Background checking services
With Zellis’ Background Checking Services you can quickly carry out the checks you need or, better yet, let us handle the end-to-end process for you as a fully managed service.
Trusted by leading global clients
Our success in background checking in numbers
1,000 +
delighted customers
2 million
background checks completed
25 years
of industry experience
Superior employee checking service
We can manage the end-to-end background checking process with speed and precision. With branded communications, online consent, and dedicated contact details, we’ll ensure the candidate experience aligns with your company values and standards.
Our background checking software delivers industry and customer requests fast. Access our services across all devices and in real time—and stay on top of candidate progression.
All data is stored in the UK, and in line with GDPR. And because our background checking software can integrate with your existing IT systems, you improve data accuracy and efficiency with automated updates to your central records.
What's next is better decision-making
Background checking is not just a routine step in the hiring process; it’s a strategic HR tool to make better hiring decisions. Not only is it critical that applicants are qualified for the role, but also that the employer conducts the right checks to meet compliance requirements. And of course, inefficient employee background checking damages the recruitment experience.
Our background checking service changes all of that. We provide exceptional processes and technology to mitigate risk, cut turnover costs, and meet regulatory demands.

Why Zellis background checking?
Speed up time to hire
Don’t lose your best candidates because of a poor background checking process. Our service helps you hire quickly and confidently.
Manage risk
We conduct the necessary checks – not just any checks – meaning you stay compliant and protect your employer reputation.
Optimise your costs
No more costly errors, unnecessary checks and inefficient processes. Our background checking service gets it right every time.
Reduce admin burden
We combine superior technology and excellent service to eliminate time-consuming manual tasks for your HR teams.
Make the best hiring decisions with thorough, faster background checks

Employment checks
- Employment verification
- Right-to-work (RTW)
- SMCR
- Directorship searches

Education checks
- Educational verification
- Educational qualifications
- Professional qualifications
- Professional memberships

Personal checks
- Criminal record/DBS
- Cifas
- DBS
- DVLA
- ID and financial
- Media search
- PEPS and sanctions
- Social media screening
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