Worried About Background Checks? Can My New Job Discover My Past Mistakes?

Hi All, First of all, I would like to mention that my case is quite complex. Please help me out.

Detail:

In September, I joined a very reputable firm, and before that, I was working in a very good firm. I have all my original documents, but due to some misguidance, I forged and submitted them. I found out from my colleagues that my current company conducts third-party verification, so I immediately went to HR and told him the complete story. By the time the background check came out negative, I had already given my original documents. They re-initiated my background verification, which turned out to be positive. Due to an integrity issue, they requested my resignation, and I left the company in February. Now, I have been selected by another excellent firm. I informed them that I wasn't working for the last six months because I was preparing for an exam, and this time I have submitted all original documents up to September.

Queries:

1. Will the new firm where I have been selected be able to find out about my previous company, even though I have provided all correct information?

2. Is it possible for them to discover information about my previous company through my PF account?

Thank you.

No one in this forum knows the reality of your case. You may or may not be interested in sharing the details for whatever reasons. From the sketchy details you gave, it is difficult to infer your actual background and to offer any actionable suggestions. As a consultant in background verification for 8 years operating across various locations, all I wish to suggest is this: if you are young and willing to correct now, come clean with all your documents. I think you were ill-advised and took it without understanding the repercussions. Integrity issues are the ones that cause the most damage in a career. Do introspection with a career counselor. The damage is already done. Now, repair needs to be carried out in your career quickly. If you have received the offer, meet the concerned person and come out with all the facts before they find out themselves. This is the right opportunity for you.

Review your profile and state the facts as they are. If you are a good performer in the previous companies, state the achievements in your resume. Develop a good network with HR people. Eventually, you will definitely come out of this. All the best.

Regards,
V. Rangarajan (Chennai)

I have worked at XX company for 4 months and recently joined a new company without disclosing my employment details at XX company for the background check with my current employer. My question is, will the new employer find out about my previous employment at XX company? I informed my current employer that I was unwell for the past 4 months due to a medical issue. Please advise.

I have worked at XX company for 4 months and recently joined a new company without disclosing details about my previous employment at XX company for the background check with my current employer. My question is, will the new employer find out about my previous company? I informed my current company that I was unwell for the last 4 months due to a medical issue. Please guide.

If you want solutions or correct advice from the members for your problem, you have to come out with a detailed and correct picture of the incidents. My dear friend, forging documents, giving false and bogus information and documents will not help you in any way throughout your career. For every achievement, a sacrifice is also hidden.

I am not aware of your age. If you are a youth, these can be treated as a result of your "mischief" arising out of your age, vigor, or aggressiveness, related actions. If you want to climb up the ladder of your career, make yourself as "clean" without any manipulations. Mistakes committed need to be accepted by you. Also, learn a lesson from the mistakes occurred. Avoid shortcuts.

With best wishes,
R. K. Nair