Complete and share reference checks with ease

Start your own reference check or respond to an employer request in minutes, then reuse and share it across future job applications on SEEK to stand out to hirers.

Strengthen your job application

A reference check adds trusted feedback to your application, helping you stand out with the insights employers need to shortlist.
Stand outStrengthen your job application with trusted feedback from people you’ve worked with, showing employers you're ready for the role.
Trusted insightsReferees can respond using our voice assistant in about 10 minutes, or complete the reference in writing – whichever is quickest and most convenient.
You are in controlYou choose who provides your references, and only employers you’ve applied to on SEEK can view the feedback.

Two ways to provide reference checks to employers

When an employer requests a reference check

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Nominate your two referees when an employer asks for a reference check.
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Your referees complete a reference check and share their feedback directly with the employer.
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Their feedback goes straight to the hiring team to help them decide on your application for that role.

Start your own reference check

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Once your identity is verified, you can start your own reference check in SEEK Pass.
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Your reference check is stored securely in SEEK Pass and ready to use when you apply.
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Share it on your SEEK profile or reuse it across multiple job applications.
With references ready, share instantly and stand out as a prepared candidate.

How it works

Step 1
Nominate your refereesWhen an employer requests a reference check, share your referees’ details. If you’re starting your own check, you can invite referees directly from SEEK Pass.
Step 2
Referees give inputYour referees complete a structured questionnaire, by voice or in writing, to confirm your work history and how you performed in the role.
Step 3
References shared
If an employer requested the check, your completed reference is shared directly with them to support their hiring decision.If you initiated the check yourself, it’s stored in SEEK Pass so you can add it to your profile or reuse it for future applications.

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