Reference checking
Reference checks are usually done at the end of the recruitment process - after the final interview/stage. Employers use reference checks to gather additional information or to investigate any concerns they may have. Reference checks are important part of any recruitment process.
It is essential that you choose referees that can give supportive examples to demonstrate your skills as relevant to the job. Your referees can be the difference between a job offer and a near miss.
In order to help your referees give you the best recommendation possible:
- Ensure that you have previously asked for the consent of the people who you nominate as referees
- Discuss with them the types of jobs you are applying for and provide them with a copy of your resumé
- When you find out you have an interview, forward details of the job to your referees and brief them on what the employer is looking for and may therefore question them about. Send a copy of the position description if you have one.