In the last 10-15 years the problem of inaccuracy in CVs has increased exponentially. Some sources claim that as many as 80% of CVs contain inaccuracies. The problem affects senior roles as well as lower level jobs. There have been recent high profile cases in government departments and corporates. Most inaccuracies are about employment history and educational qualifications, in roughly equal proportions.
Many organisations don’t do or have the resources for extensive background checking – but there are other solutions. Read More