Reference Request Letter

{Date}

To: {Name}
      {Address}
      {City, State, Zip}

Dear {Recipient},

My name is {Sender}, and I am the hiring manager for {Company}. I am writing because you are listed as a reference for {Applicant}, whom we are considering for the position of {Position Title}. If you are available, please let us know a few details about {Applicant} by answering the following questions:

• How long did {Applicant} work at {Recipient’s Company} and what were the dates?
• What was {Applicant}’s salary at the conclusion of {his/her} tenure at your company?
• What was {Applicant}’s title and position?
• What were {Applicant}’s primary duties and responsibilities?
• Was {Applicant} a timely and reliable worker?
• Was {Applicant}’s work satisfactory?
• Did {Applicant} get along well with {his/her} colleagues, subordinates, superiors, and customers/clients?
• Would you recommend {Applicant} for this position?
• Would you hire {Applicant} again if the opportunity presented itself?

We appreciate you taking the time to answer these questions and assist our hiring process. Please respond by {date} if possible. Let me know if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

{Sender}