So I've secured a new contract but it's subject to a credit check. I have no CCJs but I do have a default. When I applied for the job I didn't realise I would need a credit check and now I'm so worried. It's not a bank role but a public sector provider of financial info to businesses. Totally worried my offer will be withdrawn...I should find out the outcome in 48 hours. I'm not working in a technical capacity so won't be manipulating data. Do I stand a chance?
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The dreaded credit check!
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Originally posted by Eirikur View PostNever stop applying until your bum is firmly at client's seat."You’re just a bad memory who doesn’t know when to go away" JRComment
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Originally posted by Eirikur View PostNever stop applying until your bum is firmly at client's seat..
Credit check might be alright. Companies will often check us and our limited companies out anyway and as long as you're dealing with it, you might be okay. Not been through this myself but worked with someone who did. When preparing the extension paperwork the client found out he was if I remember correctly going through bankruptcy and after a few discussions seemed happy he providing evidence to show he was dealing with the situation, rather than sticking head in sand.Comment
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Were you asked about CCJs or defaults? Usually the biggest issue is if you try to cover up.
Bankrupties are a deal breaker for many clients. CCJs are touch and go. I reckon a default will be fine.Comment
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Originally posted by BrilloPad View PostWere you asked about CCJs or defaults? Usually the biggest issue is if you try to cover up.
Bankrupties are a deal breaker for many clients. CCJs are touch and go. I reckon a default will be fine.Comment
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Ok being the squeaky clean person I am, what is a "default"?So now I am worried, am I being deceived, just how much sugar is really in a spoon full!Comment
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Originally posted by DallasDad View PostOk being the squeaky clean person I am, what is a "default"?Comment
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Originally posted by simplicity View PostSo I've secured a new contract but it's subject to a credit check. I have no CCJs but I do have a default. When I applied for the job I didn't realise I would need a credit check and now I'm so worried. It's not a bank role but a public sector provider of financial info to businesses. Totally worried my offer will be withdrawn...I should find out the outcome in 48 hours. I'm not working in a technical capacity so won't be manipulating data. Do I stand a chance?
It may well be on your credit file and would affect lending decisions but a limited subject access request would not show itComment
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Originally posted by radish2008 View PostYes - employment screening is through an agency - the agency can only see public data (CCJs, bankruptcy, fraud) and a default is not that. Defaults can only be shared under the principle of reciprocity, where lenders will share information to the same level i.e. Bank A will share all defaults and Bank B can see the default records of Bank A because it also shares defaults. Bank C doesn't share defaults so they cannot see defaults for Bank A and Bank B. A company doing employment screening has no access to this club and only sees what everyone else can see.
It may well be on your credit file and would affect lending decisions but a limited subject access request would not show it
Ok well hopefully I will know the outcome on Monday so will let you all know.Comment
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