Reference Letter Example

Company Letterhead

Date

Name of person writing the reference
Position of person writing the reference
Registered address of the company

To Whom It May Concern,

This letter provides me with the opportunity to recommend (applicants name) who is the (position the applicant holds in the company) in our company.

(Applicants name) has been working with our company as from (date the applicant commenced work).  He/She began work as a (initial employment position) and is now the (current employment position of the applicant).

(Applicants name) is a take charge type of person who is able to present creative ideas and effectively communicate their benefits.  He/She has developed several successful projects for our company and has consequently increased our revenue over the past (no. of months/years applicable).  His/Her work has been a major factor in our company’s success in the field of (financial markets). He/She has proven consistently that customer need and company profits are not mutually exclusive.

(Applicants name) is a dedicated and skilled worker who has my unequivocal recommendation. He/She is ready and fully prepared to assume any (financial market) challenges.

Yours Sincerely,

(Name of person writing the reference) and signature
(Position held)
Company Name and registered address
Company stamp

What constitutes a good professional reference?

A credible professional work reference should provide the reader with no doubt as to the capabilities, skills and attributes of the applicant in the reference.  The reference should be a clear and constructive letter by which the relevant authoritative figure in the company personally claims the applicant has contributed positively to the growth and development of the company for the duration of his/her time with the company.

A good reference letter will include the following information;

- Name of company who is supplying the reference

- Name and position of person writing the reference

- The applicants job title and main responsibilities

- Relevant examples of how the applicant has been successful in his tasks during his time with the company

- A positive statement of the applicants’ character and work ethic

- It should then be signed, stamped and dated accordingly

Please note that this is only a general guideline of a professional reference letter and may differ depending on the company issuing the reference and the position the applicant held with the company. There may also be additional requirements needed by the relevant immigration authority with regards to your work history before you will qualify to apply for a residency or work visa.

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