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.

Reduce admin, speed up hiring

Use expert-built templates or create your own in seconds. Automated follow-ups and smart workflows keep everything moving.

Detects potential fraud

Built-in fraud alerts flag inconsistencies early, so you can trust every check before making critical decisions.

Get actionable insights

Move beyond basic feedback. Our structured reports quantify key skills and competencies for easier comparisons.

Flexible & always-on

Cloud-based and easy to use—run checks anytime, anywhere, at any hiring volume.

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Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

Reduce admin, speed up hiring

Use expert-built templates or create your own in seconds. Automated follow-ups and smart workflows keep everything moving.

Detects potential fraud

Built-in fraud alerts flag inconsistencies early, so you can trust every check before making critical decisions.

Get actionable insights

Move beyond basic feedback. Our structured reports quantify key skills and competencies for easier comparisons.

Flexible & always-on

Cloud-based and easy to use—run checks anytime, anywhere, at any hiring volume.

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Adapt with Every Answer

Smarter Reference Checking

Save time and boost accuracy with dynamic reference checks that adapt to the conversation. Build tailored questionnaires that flow naturally, deliver useful insights, and respect referees’ time. With automation, fraud detection, and clear reporting, better hiring decisions come faster.

Template Builder – Customise and automate reference checks with ease.

Consolidated Reports – View all responses in one clear, actionable report.

Fraud Alerts – Spot inconsistencies and flag suspicious references.

Questionnaire Library – Use proven questions or create your own.

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Clear, Centralized, Actionable Insights

All Your Reference Checks, One Platform

Say goodbye to chasing responses and switching between systems. Checkmate brings everything into one simple dashboard—track progress, automate follow-ups, and access clear reports instantly.

Centralised Dashboard – Manage all checks with real-time updates.

Automated Follow-Ups – Cut admin with smart reminders.

Consolidated Reports – View all responses in one place.

Flexible Workflows – Tailor checks to suit any role or industry.

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Engaged, Confident Decisions

A Better Candidate Experience

Hiring shouldn’t be stressful—for anyone. Checkmate simplifies the process with automated updates, intuitive workflows, and mobile-friendly tools that keep candidates informed and engaged from the start.

Automated Updates – Real-time status notifications keep candidates in the loop.

Faster Turnarounds – Smart workflows reduce delays.

Mobile-Friendly Process – Candidates complete checks anytime, anywhere.

Seamless Communication – Professional touchpoints elevate the experience.

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Powerful Insights

Effortless Reporting
and Monitoring

Stay on top of every check with one central dashboard for compliance, renewals, and insights. No more manual tracking—Checkmate gives you full visibility and control at every stage.

Centralised Compliance Management – Manage all checks in one place.

Automated Expiry Alerts – Get notified before renewals are due.

Real-Time Analytics – Track trends and hiring performance.

Seamless Tracking – See statuses and approvals in seconds.

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Work smarter, not harder

Backup Referee

Let candidates swap in a new referee if the original is unresponsive—no delays, no fuss.

Replace Referee

Request a new referee anytime to correct mistakes or get more relevant feedback.

Smart Logic Triggers

Trigger follow-up questions based on responses—automatically gathering deeper insights.

AI Ref Check Assistant

Upload a job description and instantly generate tailored reference questions.

Referee Engagement

Turn referees into future candidates—flag interest and sync with your ATS for follow-up.

Automated Reminders

Keep checks on track with automated nudges—no manual chasing required.

Combined Reports

See all referee feedback in one easy-to-read report—compare, spot trends, and outliers fast.

IP/VPN Matching

Flag shared IPs or VPNs instantly for added security and smarter risk checks.

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Why Trust Checkmate

Security you can rely on

At Checkmate, security, compliance, and scalability are built into everything we do. Our platform is designed to protect your data while delivering seamless, efficient screening—no matter your business size or industry.

Powered by AWS, Checkmate ensures world-class reliability, encrypted data storage, and audit-ready security—so you can hire with confidence.

ISO 27001 & SOC 2

Industry-leading data security and risk management.

PBSA Member

Committed to global screening best practices.

GDPR, FCRA & Privacy Laws

Full compliance with international data protection regulations.

Testimonials

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“Checkmate just works. It’s efficient, reliable, and helps us meet our obligations without adding extra admin,” Teertha said. “We couldn’t imagine doing recruitment without it.”

Human Resource Advisor

"Checkmate has helped us streamline our recruitment, improve efficiency and enhance the candidate experience. The platform works exactly as promised and the team behind it is incredibly responsive. It’s been a game-changer for us.”

Anna, People & Culture Business Partner at Shine

“Part of the actual impetus to go with Checkmate was simplification and automation - to make it a better experience not only for the candidates, which is critical, but also for my team administering it; making it much easier and simplified.”

Brad Kent, Unitywater’s Talent Acquisition Leader.

"Even though we’re not one of their largest clients, the level of support we get is phenomenal. It never feels like we’re lower on the priority list—it’s really good to know we’re valued."

Talent Team Lead, Gary Woodfield

“Checkmate is simple, effective and delivers consistent results — it’s not just shiny tech, it’s functionality that drives efficiency, adoption and control.”

Nick Stebbings, Group Talent Acquisition Lead at Jumbo Interactive.

“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

"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

“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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Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

How does it Work?

Build Your Reference

Candidate Completes

Referee Submission

Finalized Reports

Smarter Reference Checking

All Your Reference Checks, One Platform

A Better Candidate Experience

Effortless Reporting
and Monitoring

Work smarter, not harder

Security you can rely on

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

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

Hear what our clients are saying

Latest posts

Hire Smarter. Faster.
With Less Effort.

Smarter Hiring Starts Here

Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

Smarter, Faster, More Secure Reference Checks.

How does it Work?

Build Your Reference

Candidate Completes

Referee Submission

Finalized Reports

Smarter Reference Checking

All Your Reference Checks, One Platform

A Better Candidate Experience

Effortless Reporting and Monitoring

Work smarter, not harder

Security you can rely on

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

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

Hear what our clients are saying

Latest posts

Hire Smarter. Faster. With Less Effort.

Smarter Hiring
Starts Here

Effortless Reporting
and Monitoring

Hire Smarter. Faster.
With Less Effort.