The Checkmate team
Checkmate, a provider of pre-employment screening solutions in New Zealand, has completed its US$1.6 million seed funding round from Wavemaker Partners.
The capital will fuel Checkmate’s expansion into existing and new markets, including Australia, the US, and Southeast Asia, specifically the Philippines.
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The funds will also support improvements in the company’s technological capabilities and user experience as more organisations seek reliable and efficient pre-employment screening.
Founded in 2019, Checkmate aims to tackle critical challenges in HR and recruitment, including lengthy and inefficient hiring processes, high-risk hiring decisions, and the complex compliance requirements of various legal standards.
The company aggregates all pre-employment background checks and reference verifications into a “simple” experience for all stakeholders.
The platform integrates background checks, compliance processes, and AI-driven reference checking.
It has over 500 enterprise clients.
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“At Checkmate, we’ve made it our mission to turn what is typically an unenjoyable and cumbersome task, such as police vetting, into a streamlined and efficient process,” said Scott Inglis, CEO and founder of Checkmate. “Our solution significantly reduces the time-to-hire and enhances the candidate experience, ultimately helping businesses acquire top talent more effectively.”
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