Recruitment North Korea turns to foreign stand ins to bypass hiring checks Proxy hiring schemes expose employers to sanctions and data security risks iStock.com/vchal Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Friday 18 September 2026 Western employers are encountering a new hiring risk in which individuals in other countries take part in job interviews on behalf of North Korean IT workers. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Employment Law Why employers must align contract terms with real working arrangements Disputes US suspends Cognizant green card filings amid visa fraud investigation Disputes Meta ousted manager over immigration support letter, lawsuit alleges Digital Nomads Crypto pay clashes with UAE’s remote work rules