To request a reference for an employee
[Date] [Name] [Address] Dear [Name] Your name has been given to us as a referee by [name]. We would be grateful if you would be kind enough to answer the following questions. As you will appreciate all the information supplied will be treated with the strictest confidence. - How long did [name] work for you? - In what capacity was he [she] employed? - When did he [she] leave your employment? - Would you reemploy him [her]? Thank you for taking the time to assist us in this matter. I have enclosed a stamped, addressed envelope for your convenience. Yours Sincerely [Your Name] [Your Title]