REGIONAL EXPERTISE. GLOBAL SCREENING STANDARDS.
Compliant background checks in the Middle East
For over 20 years, we’ve supported over 2,000 multinational clients across the Middle East and the Kingdom. Our local presence in the region ensures we meet regulatory expectations while delivering global efficiency.
Background Checks for the Middle East
We’ve been a trusted provider of compliant, industry-specific background screening throughout the Middle East for over 20 years. Our background checks protect company reputations and reduce the risk of hiring someone with a history of fraud or unethical behaviour.
Fast screening integrated into your workflows
Our online workflows simplify applicant screening by integrating with leading Human Capital Management (HCM) and applicant tracking systems (ATS) for seamless processing, reduced data duplication and faster global hiring. By automating tasks such as data collection and report generation, our platform frees you up to focus on strategic decision making and candidate engagement.
Full background screening capabilities
Our screening packages are built for organisations hiring across the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar. Whether you’re recruiting locally or internationally, we offer reliable, cost-effective vetting aligned with regional compliance requirements. We help you select the right level of checks based on the role’s risk profile—supporting everything from entry-level onboarding to high-security and executive appointments.
Improved candidate screening efficiency
Our screening processes integrate with your existing HR workflows, allowing checks to be combined with other assessments to confirm a candidate’s eligibility to work in your organisation. Our mobile-optimised platform is top-rated for both client and candidate usability and support. Potential hires can easily submit their information from anywhere, on any device.
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Privacy and security at scale.
Certn’s infrastructure is built to support large-scale hiring while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and compliance. Our background screening services align with regional requirements such as the Kingdom’s evolving regulatory landscape. This keeps you in step with both industry and data protection standards, even at high volumes.
Meet Our Regional Experts
Doug Beavis
Sales & Commercial Director EMEA
Doug brings over 21 years of expertise in background screening and global risk mitigation, with deep specialisation in the Middle East and Saudi market. He has successfully led strategic initiatives and multimillion-pound engagements across the Kingdom and wider Middle East, serving clients in government, oil & gas, finance, and PIF-funded sectors.
Doug is passionate about helping organisations in the Middle East navigate regulatory complexity and safeguard their operations through accurate, efficient background checks.
Adam Cooney
Global Senior Sales Executive & Certn Saudi GM
With eight years of experience in the industry, Adam plays a key role in strengthening client relationships and ensuring operational excellence across the Kingdom and Middle East, meeting directly with clients and HR teams to support their strategies.
Adam partners with HR leaders to implement screening processes that are consistent, compliant, and strategically aligned with business objectives, delivering consistent, high-quality screening outcomes for organisations in all industries.
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