Can I contact a previous employer whose name appears in a CV?
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In his curriculum vitae (CV), a candidate indicated a previous employer, without necessarily mentioning them his references.
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The Human Resources Department (HRD) contacted this employer to get his opinion on the candidate.
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The employer was surprised as the candidate who had never worked for him, had filed his candidacy with him as well.
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The appointment of the candidate was compromised on both sides.
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Data protection also applies to the hiring process. The candidate's consent is presumed only for those references that he has mentioned.
Recommendations
Without the prior consent of the candidate, a potential employer is not allowed to contact the people mentioned in the CV, who are not specifically mentioned as referees.
Basic principles
LIPAD 37 al. 1 and 2 ; CO 328 and 328b ; DPA 4, 7 ; OFADP 8ss
Principle of legality, good faith, transparency and data security (privacy)
Resources
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