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Automate reference checks with ease. Cut the admin, stay compliant, and give candidates an experience worth talking about.

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Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

Say goodbye to chasing references and sifting through vague feedback. Checkmate delivers fast, structured, and fraud-protected reference checks that support better hiring decisions and a great candidate experience.
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Reduce admin, speed up hiring
Use expert-built templates or create your own in seconds. Automated follow-ups and smart workflows keep everything moving.
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Detects potential fraud
Built-in fraud alerts flag inconsistencies early, so you can trust every check before making critical decisions.
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Get actionable insights
Move beyond basic feedback. Our structured reports quantify key skills and competencies for easier comparisons.
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Flexible & always-on
Cloud-based and easy to use—run checks anytime, anywhere, at any hiring volume.

Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

No more chasing referees or decoding vague feedback. Checkmate gives you structured, fraud-protected reference checks that support confident hiring and better candidate experiences.
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Less admin, faster hiring
Use pre-built templates or build your own in minutes. Automation and smart workflows keep things moving.
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Built-in fraud detection
Early alerts flag inconsistencies so you can trust every check before making the call.
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Insights that matter
Move beyond basic feedback. Structured reports highlight key skills and competencies so you can compare with confidence.
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Flexible and ready when you are
Run checks anytime, anywhere. Built for scale with no hold-ups.
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Automated Reference Checking

How does it Work?

Make reference checks the easiest part of hiring. Checkmate automates the entire process using best-practice workflows.

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Adapt with Every Answer

Smarter Reference Checking

Save time and improve accuracy with dynamic reference checks that adapt in real time. Build tailored questionnaires using our intuitive builder, then let smart logic, automation and fraud detection do the heavy lifting—so you get clearer insights, faster.

Questionnaire Builder– Easily customise questions for any role or level, no coding needed
Smart Logic Triggers – Follow-up questions adapt based on referee responses to surface more useful detail
Consolidated Reports – See all responses in one clear, actionable summary
Fraud Alerts – Built-in checks flag mismatches and suspicious data automatically

Clear, Centralized, Actionable Insights

All Your Reference Checks, One Platform

Track every check in one place. No more chasing, no more switching systems. One dashboard gives you full visibility and total control.

Centralised Dashboard – Real-time updates across every check
Automated Follow-Ups – Smart reminders keep things moving
Consolidated Reports – See all feedback in one view
Flexible Workflows – Adjust to suit any role or process

Engaged, Confident Decisions

A Better Candidate Experience

Hiring should feel good for candidates too. Checkmate simplifies the process with updates, smart workflows, and mobile-friendly tools that keep everyone in the loop.

Automated Updates – Keep candidates informed at every step
Faster Turnarounds – Cut delays with intelligent workflows
Mobile-Friendly Process – Easy to complete on the go
Seamless Communication – Every interaction feels professional and thoughtful 

Powerful Insights

Effortless Reporting
and Monitoring

Take control of compliance and performance from one dashboard. Get full visibility with live tracking, expiry alerts, and performance analytics.

Centralised Compliance Management – Manage all checks in one place
Automated Expiry Alerts – Get notified before renewals are due
Real-Time Analytics – Track trends and performance
Seamless Tracking – See status and next steps at a glance

We've got you covered

Work smarter, not harder

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Backup Referee
Let candidates nominate a new contact if someone goes quiet, so checks never stall.
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Replace Referee
Request a different referee at any time to ensure you get the most relevant feedback.
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Smart Logic Triggers
Automatically ask follow-up questions based on responses, giving you deeper insight with less effort.
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AI Ref Check Assistant
Upload a job description to instantly generate tailored questions, saving time and improving relevance.
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Referee Engagement
Flag referees who might be open to future roles and sync them with your ATS to grow your talent pool.
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Automated Reminders
Keep checks on track without chasing manually, improving speed and completion rates.
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Combined Reports
View all referee feedback in one clean, easy-to-compare summary to spot patterns quickly.
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IP/VPN Matching
Automatically flag shared IPs and suspicious activity to help prevent reference fraud.

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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