Screening Officer- German and/or Russian speaker

Screening Officer- German and/or Russian speakerFull-timeSGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.Reporting LineHead of Human Risks Management & Due DiligenceRole OverviewThe Screening Officer is responsible for conducting professional background checks and employment screenings in accordance with internal procedures, client requirements, and applicable regulatory frameworks. This role focuses on CV verification, employment and education checks, and other integrity screenings, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance at all times.The position is operational and detail-oriented, requiring strong analytical skills, discretion,strong ethics and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct end-to-end background checks, including:Employment history verificationEducation and qualification verificationCV consistency and gap analysisReference checksIdentity verificationPublic record and open-source checks (as required)Validate information using reliable sources and approved methodologies and toolsIdentify discrepancies, red flags, or inconsistencies and document findings clearlyCase Management & ReportingManage multiple screening cases simultaneously while respecting deadlinesProduce clear, structured, and factual screeningEnsure all findings are evidence-based, objective, and defensibleEscalate potential risks or concerns to management when requiredCompliance & Data ProtectionEnsure full compliance with:Data protection regulations (GDPR or equivalent)Internal information security policies (ISO 27001 aligned)Compliance requirementsHandle sensitive personal data with the highest level of confidentialityFollow documented processes for data storage, access control, and retentionClient & Internal CoordinationLiaise with internal teams to clarify screening requirementsProfessionally follow up with candidates or third parties for verification purposesMaintain accurate case records and audit trailsRequired Qualifications & ExperienceEducationBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, Business Administration, Criminology, or a related fieldRelevant experience may compensate for formal educationExperience1–4 years of experience in:Background screeningPre-employment checksHR operations, compliance, or risk-related rolesPrior exposure to regulated environments (financial services, luxury, corporate, or consulting) is a strong advantageStrong attention to detail and analytical mindsetHigh level of integrity, discretion, and professionalismAbility to work independently and manage workload effectivelyComfortable working with confidential and sensitive informationGood understanding of CV structures, employment practices, and verification methodsProficiency in Microsoft Office / case management systemsLanguagesEnglish: Fluent (written and spoken)One Additional languages in French, German, Arabic or Russian is a must#J-18808-Ljbffr