Checkmate is a New Zealand-founded HR technology company (est. 2019) that automates pre-employment background screening, reference checking, and ongoing workforce compliance monitoring for employers. Its platform verifies candidate identity, criminal history, employment and education history, and right-to-work/visa status, with built-in fraud detection and multi-language referee support. Post-hire, Checkmate continuously monitors visa status, professional licenses, and certifications, sending real-time alerts on expirations. The company is ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certified, a PBSA member, and compliant with GDPR, FCRA, and the Australian Privacy Act. Checkmate integrates with major HRIS/ATS platforms including Workday, SAP, Oracle, BambooHR, Lever, and SmartRecruiters. Headquartered in Papamoa, New Zealand, with offices in Auckland, Sydney, San Francisco, and London.