The Recruitment and Verification Officer will source candidates, coordinate interviews, and execute comprehensive background verifications including education, employment history, and reference checks. This position requires 2+ years of HR or recruitment experience and a Bachelor’s degree to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously while maintaining meticulous records using ATS platforms and Microsoft Office tools in a fast-paced agency environment.

• Job Location: Lagos
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: Not stated

eRecruiter is a specialized recruitment and verification firm seeking a detail-oriented Recruitment and Verification Officer to manage end-to-end hiring processes and conduct thorough employee background checks. This role combines talent acquisition with compliance-focused vetting, requiring strong organizational skills and proficiency in HR technologies to ensure accurate candidate assessment and seamless onboarding within Nigeria's competitive employment landscape.

• Source, screen, and shortlist candidates for diverse client roles across industries.
• Coordinate interview schedules between clients and candidates efficiently.
• Conduct thorough background verifications including academic, professional, and criminal record checks.
• Validate employment history, references, and credentials through direct contact and documentation review.
• Maintain accurate candidate databases and verification reports using ATS and Excel.
• Communicate verification findings clearly to stakeholders and recommend hiring decisions.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and ethical screening standards.
• Manage multiple recruitment cycles simultaneously without compromising quality or deadlines.
• Build relationships with educational institutions and previous employers for faster verification turnaround.
• Prepare summary reports on recruitment metrics and verification outcomes regularly.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field (Mandatory).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in recruitment, HR, or employee background verification (Required).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities for high-volume caseloads.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reporting and documentation.
• Experience with recruitment platforms and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is an added advantage.
• Ability to work independently, manage strict deadlines, and maintain extreme attention to detail.
• High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive personal information.
• Analytical mindset for assessing candidate suitability and verification red flags.
• Familiarity with Nigerian labor laws and verification best practices preferred.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply via Apply here. Ensure your application highlights specific verification methodologies used and ATS platforms mastered.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit

This position is ideal for an HR professional in Lagos seeking specialized expertise in the critical intersection of talent acquisition and risk mitigation where precision directly protects organizational reputation. It offers exposure to diverse industry screenings and advanced verification technologies within a dedicated agency setting, providing a niche career path where analytical rigor and ethical judgment are valued over volume-based recruiting metrics alone.

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