Smarter Screening
for Safer Workplaces

Automate background checks with flexibility and confidence. Get fast, secure screening that fits your team and meets compliance standards from day one.

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Smarter, faster, more secure background screening.

Checkmate makes background checks simple, compliant, and designed for how modern teams hire. Whether you're growing locally or expanding globally, we’ve got you covered with ID checks, right-to-work, criminal history, employment, education, and more.
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Streamline
Your Workflow
Say goodbye to manual admin. Templates, automation, and smart integrations help you move faster and stay on track.
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Spot Red
Flags Early
Fraud detection is built in from the start. Inconsistencies are flagged quickly so you can make confident decisions.
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Tailored to
Your Business
Choose checks based on role, region, or risk. Create packages that match your hiring process without added complexity.
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Global, Compliant, Always-On
From right-to-work in New Zealand to education checks in Singapore, Checkmate helps you stay compliant across countries and industries.

Automated Background Screening

How does it Work?

Screen smarter in just a few steps. Checkmate follows best practice and keeps your team in the loop from start to finish.

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Risk Evaluated

Smarter Screening, Built for Trust

Surface the right insights faster with screening that fits your workflow. Role-specific packages, fraud detection, and clear reporting help you protect your people and your brand.

Custom Screening Packages – Choose checks based on what the role, region, or risk level requires
All-in-One Reports – View structured results across all screening types
Fraud Protection – Spot inconsistencies early with built-in alerts
Smart Templates – Launch checks faster using proven workflows

Clear, Centralised, Actionable

All Your Checks, One Platform

Bring all your background checks together in one secure platform. It covers everything from identity and criminal history to work rights, education, and beyond. Everything is easier when it’s all in one place.

Unified Dashboard – See the status of every check in real time
Automated Follow-Ups – Reduce manual work with smart reminders
Centralised Reporting – Keep everything secure and easy to access
Flexible Workflows – Build processes that fit your hiring needs
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Engaged, Confident Decisions

A Better Experience for Candidates & Teams

Screening should feel smooth and straightforward. Checkmate keeps candidates informed and hiring teams in control with a process that is fast, mobile-friendly, and easy to follow.

Mobile-First Design – Candidates can complete checks from anywhere
Real-Time Notifications – Keep everyone informed as checks progress
Frictionless Workflows – Fewer delays and faster completions
Branded Communications – Make every touchpoint feel professional

Powerful Insights

Simplified Compliance & Ongoing Visibility

Whether you’re scaling globally or preparing for an audit, Checkmate helps you stay compliant and track progress with ease.

Compliance Dashboard – One place to manage every check
Expiry & Renewal Alerts – Get reminders before checks go out of date
Live Insights – See activity, turnaround times, and check volumes
Progress Tracking – View statuses, spot flags, and monitor approvals
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We've got you covered

Work smarter, not harder

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Automated Reminders
Keep checks on track without follow-up emails
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Reporting Dashboard
Track volumes, risk exposure, and bottlenecks
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Renewals
Schedule re-checks automatically and stay compliant
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Bundles
Build check packages tailored to each role
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User Permissions
Assign team roles and control access
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Branding
Customise the candidate journey with your company look
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Notifications
 Set real-time or scheduled alerts to stay informed
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Data Protection
Auto-delete personal info, manage retention, and track every action

Why Trust Checkmate

Security you can rely on

Security and compliance are built into our platform, not bolted on. Whether you’re a growing team or a global brand, you’ll get world-class protection and audit-ready reliability.

Powered by AWS with encrypted storage, Checkmate helps you hire confidently and securely.

ISO 27001 & SOC 2

Gold-standard security and risk controls.

PBSA Member

Aligned with global screening best practices.

GDPR, FCRA & Privacy Laws

Fully compliant with international standards.

Our platform integrates with your existing tech stack, eliminating data silos and streamlining your workflow.

Checkmate connects seamlessly with your existing HR and recruitment systems, eliminating data silos and streamlining your workflow.

Plug-and-play integrations and API options make hiring easier and faster, so you can focus on what matters: finding great people.

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Testimonials

Hear what our clients are saying

"Checkmate is reliable and efficient, perfect for teams balancing speed with compliance. The support team is incredibly responsive, and the platform has been a game-changer for us."
Isabella Fisher, People & Culture Coordinator (Talent and Learning) at NRCH
"Checkmate’s flexibility has helped us enhance compliance and improve the quality of information we collect and therefore, the quality of our hires."
Hayleigh Evett, Head of People & Culture
"Checkmate has already been a game-changer for us."
Wytske, Senior Talent Partner at Trade Me
“Checkmate's management of our pre-employment checks has simplified our processes, freeing up valuable time for us to concentrate on other recruitment tasks. This is especially valuable during busy periods, making a significant difference in our workload. Overall a great experience. “
Angela - Talent Acquisition Manager
"CheckMate has been instrumental in transforming our hiring process. We've reduced our time-to-offer significantly, from 80 days to just over 30 days, which is a game-changer for us”
Chanel - TA Business Manager
“Checkmate is a great system that's easy to use. Recruiting in the Philippines often presents language challenges, but Checkmate overcomes this in a very effective way. Checkmate allows us to perform referee checks efficiently, without the time cost."
Neville - General Manager
"Will, our account manager, has been an amazing support since day one. The platform itself is easy to use and has streamlined our processes significantly. The improved efficiency in our recruitment process has saved us a significant amount of time, especially with global candidates"
Tom - Talent Acquisition Partner
"Checkmate has made our recruitment process easier, freeing up our time to focus our resources on other areas of the business"
Melaine - Human Resources Advisor
"Checkmate's easy to use, for both the company and the candidate. Everything is very clear, it gives us good visibility on what is progressing or completed. The candidate gets notifications on their phone, so if they miss the email, they can’t miss a text message! We get great support from the Checkmate team, you always find a solution in 5 minutes, it’s amazing!"
Sophie - HR Coordinator
“After trialing a number of products in the market we chose Checkmate due to its simplicity, reduction in administration time, user-friendliness and speed. Checkmate is a great tool! It provides both hiring managers and candidates with the best possible experience in completing a reference check.”
Mel - Talent Sourcing Consultant

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