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Employment Reference Letter - Template, Sample Form Pro · AU-law

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Employment Reference Letter - Template, Sample Form
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ABN: ________

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To whom it may concern,

EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE: ________

This letter is provided as a statement of employment in respect of the following individual, who was employed by ________ (the Employer) on a full-time basis.

  1. Employee details
    1. Name: ________
    2. Position held: ________
    3. Employment type: ________
    4. Commencement date: ________
    5. Termination date: ________
    6. Reason for leaving: ________
  2. Duties and responsibilities
    1. During the period of employment, the duties and responsibilities of the employee included the following:
    2. ________
  3. Assessment of performance and conduct
    1. During the period of employment, the employee performed their duties in a professional and competent manner.
    2. The employee was reliable, conscientious and demonstrated a strong commitment to their role and responsibilities. In our experience the employee was honest, trustworthy and a valued member of our team.
    3. We have no hesitation in recommending the employee for future employment.
  4. Basis of this reference
    1. The statements made in this letter are given honestly and in good faith, and reflect the genuine opinion of the Employer based on records and observations made during the period of the employee's employment.
    2. This reference is provided at the request of, and with the consent of, the employee. Personal information contained in this letter has been handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
  5. Further information
    1. Should you require any further information in relation to this reference, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned using the contact details provided below.
    2. Contact details: ________


Kind regards,



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