Zinc

Zinc is an AI-enabled, automated background checking platform designed to replace the slow, manual processes that have long frustrated HR teams and their candidates. Rather than chasing referees via email or waiting weeks for paper-based results, Zinc allows recruiters to initiate comprehensive background checks — including criminal history, right-to-work, employment verification, financial checks, and references — with just a few clicks, selecting from customizable check packages tailored by role, region, or team. The platform directly integrates with HMRC for near-instant employment verification in the UK, automates candidate document collection and referee follow-ups, and provides real-time status updates to keep all parties informed throughout the process. With coverage across more than 190 countries and an average turnaround time of just three days, Zinc is particularly well-suited to HR teams, People coordinators, and talent acquisition professionals at small businesses and mid-market companies across industries such as financial services, information technology, and computer software. It integrates seamlessly with leading HR tech tools including Workday, Greenhouse, BambooHR, HiBob, and more than a dozen other ATS and HRIS platforms, eliminating manual data entry and keeping hiring workflows connected. For organizations looking to reduce time-to-hire, improve the candidate experience, and eliminate the administrative burden of background screening, Zinc offers a secure, SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certified solution that replaces complexity with clarity.