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ABOUT VERIFYNOW
Who we are
At VerifyNow, our mission is to help organisations build a trusted workforce. We are Australian owned and operated and we provide local customer support.
VerifyNow is digital employment screening platform designed to streamline employment screening and help organisations recruit with confidence. We pride ourselves on our excellent service delivery and innovative solutions to exceed clients needs.
ABOUT VERIFYNOW
Employment Background Screening
Today, we offer a range of background checks to support the screening of new hires and the existing workforce. We also provide expertise in psychometric and aptitude testing, HR support services and contribute as a thought leader within the industry.
VerifyNow was developed by Cogent Business Solutions, an Australian company established in 1996 as a management consultancy based in Canberra. For over 20 years Cogent has provided risk management and security solutions to clients across sectors including industry, community organisations and government.
Our mission
Help organisations build a trusted workforce.
Why should I conduct employment screening?
Our Values
We are a member of the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA). PBSA’s purpose is to advance excellence in the screening profession.
People First
Strong respect and appreciation of our people and their life objectives.
Communication
Good communication is vitally important for strong relationships and positive outcomes.
Always Try Again
There is no such thing as failure. There are only results, from which we learn and adapt.
Mutual Support
We expect great commitment from our team; they can expect the same from us and each other.
Quality Outcomes
We will do all within our power to ensure that our clients receive quality outcomes that meet or exceed expectations.
Meet Client Needs
The interests of our clients are paramount. We give honest advice and foster long term business relationships.
Team Approach
We form the right team for each task. Individuals are not expected to understand everything - they work through and with others.
Responsibility
Whatever happens, take responsibility for your actions but remember support is always available.
Learn more about Our Services
We provide a range of background checks and assessments to support the screening of new hires and the existing workforce.






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FAQS
• Academic and Qualifications verification
• Applicant Integrity Interview
• APRA Disqualified Register check
• APRA Enforceable Undertaking Register Check
• ASIC Banned and Disqualified Register check
• ASIC Enforceable Undertaking Register check
• AFS Licensees Register check
• AFS Licensees and Authorised Representatives Register Check
• Anti-Money Laundering check
• Bankruptcy checks
• Business Interests / Directorships check
• Digital Footprint check
• Employment History verification
• Entitlement to Work check
• Identity Verification
• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (National Police Check)
• Professional Body Membership check
• Reference checks (online, on phone)
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