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Overview: From manual to mastered: How Experian transformed background checking
Streamlining background checks: Faster, smarter, and tailored for every role
Experian’s HR team faced growing delays and resource challenges in managing in-house background checks.
To improve speed, efficiency, and candidate experience, they transitioned to a tailored, automated solution delivered by Experian’s own Background Checking consultancy team.
The result: faster onboarding, reduced costs, and a more scalable, compliant process—without compromising on quality or care.
Challenge overview
Experian’s HR team faced increasing pressure from resource constraints, long processing times, and rising application volumes. Their manual, in-house background checking process was no longer sustainable—risking delays, higher costs, and the loss of top talent.
A new approach was needed to maintain compliance, improve efficiency, and enhance the candidate experience.
Challenges
- Manual checks caused delays of over 15 days, risking candidate drop-off
- Resource shortages made in-house vetting unsustainable
- Growing volumes strained HR capacity and slowed onboarding
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Company Bio:
Experian UK, continues to lead in unlocking the power of data to transform lives and create opportunities for individuals, businesses, and society. In 2025, Experian UK demonstrated resilience and innovation amid a dynamic economic landscape.
Experian UK’s purpose—to create a better tomorrow through data—is reflected in its inclusive culture, hybrid working model, and commitment to employee wellbeing. The HR team plays a central role in fostering a high-performance environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are championed.
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| Industry: | Business services |
| Founded: | 1996 |
| Head office: | Dublin |
By transitioning to a tailored, automated background checking solution, we’ve cut processing times by over a third, saved tens of thousands in manual effort, and elevated the candidate experience, while maintaining the rigorous compliance standards Experian is known for. This shift from a manual, in-house process to a streamlined, insight-driven solution hasn’t just improved efficiency, it’s become a model for how our HR team can innovate without compromising trust, security, or candidate care.
Solution overview
Experian transitioned from a manual, in-house background checking process to a tailored, automated solution delivered by its own Background Checking consultancy team.
This shift introduced role-based vetting, automation for routine tasks, and enhanced candidate communication—resulting in faster processing, reduced costs, and a more scalable, compliant onboarding experience.
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Results
- Automation cut processing times from 15+ to under 10 days
- Consultancy team replaced in-house resource gaps
- Scalable workflows handled rising application volumes
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