Normal
Yes - they check.Most applicant tracking systems flag up multiple applications, using key similar information (including name), so it’s usually pretty easy to check whether someone has or not.The question is on there as some firms will have to remove your data after a period of time and also you can ask the firm to remove your data from their database (thanks GDPR), which means the flag system is not always perfect.Don’t lie on an application form - that is the easiest way to reduce your chances.
Yes - they check.
Most applicant tracking systems flag up multiple applications, using key similar information (including name), so it’s usually pretty easy to check whether someone has or not.
The question is on there as some firms will have to remove your data after a period of time and also you can ask the firm to remove your data from their database (thanks GDPR), which means the flag system is not always perfect.
Don’t lie on an application form - that is the easiest way to reduce your chances.
