Employment References
Confirmations
Reference & Employment Confirmation Checks
Thorough, personalised insights — beyond the paper trail.
At NVS, we take a human-centric approach to reference and employment confirmation checks. Unlike automated or emailed forms that often go unanswered or lack depth, our team conducts direct telephonic reference interviews to ensure reliable, insightful feedback.
Why We Prioritise Telephonic Reference Checks:
- Real Engagement: We speak directly with referees to ensure the reference is authentic and timely.
- Probing Questions: Our consultants are trained to ask follow-up and situational questions that dig deeper than a standard form ever could.
- Clarification & Context: Phone calls allow us to clarify vague responses or explore nuances in performance and behaviour.
- Faster Turnaround: By engaging referees directly, we reduce delays and avoid the uncertainty of automated email forms going unnoticed.
Types of Reference Checks We Offer:
- Character References – Understand the candidate’s values, trustworthiness, and reliability from those who know them personally or professionally.
- C-Level References – Executive feedback on leadership, strategic thinking, and high-level decision-making.
- Management References – Insights into leadership style, team management, performance under pressure and achievement of objectives.
- Supervisory References – Day-to-day evaluation of work ethic, responsibility, and interpersonal skills from previous supervisors.
- Operational-Level References – Peer-based assessments of collaboration, consistency and task execution.
- Employment Confirmation – Verifies employment dates, job titles, employers and may include reasons for leaving (where accessible).
Benefits of Conducting Reference Checks:
- Verify Claims – Ensure CV accuracy regarding roles, responsibilities and achievements.
- Assess Cultural Fit – Evaluate how well the candidate might integrate into your team and work environment.
- Identify Red Flags – Catch potential issues such as poor performance history or interpersonal conflicts.
- Mitigate Risk – Protect your business from unsuitable hires that could lead to reputational, financial or operational setbacks.
At NVS, reference checks are not just a checkbox — they’re a strategic tool.
Our telephonic process gives you the depth and confidence email-based forms cannot match.