May 25, 2025

Contact Name

Address

Address2

City, State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

OBJECT:reference on qualifications

Dear [Contact name],

We recently received an application from[Name]for the position of[Specify]with our firm. We understand he was previously employed by you.

We would appreciate any information you could give us concerning[Name]’s work habits, expertise as[Position]and attitude. We would also appreciate your sharing with us the reason he no longer works for your firm.

We look forward to hearing from you in early[Month]. Please advise us if the information you provide is confidential. Thank you for your time in answering this request.

Sincerely,

Your name

Your title

(800) 123-4567

youremail@yourcompany.com