Automatic Reference Checks

Chasing references manually can slow down your entire recruitment process.

Emails get missed, responses are delayed, and valuable time is spent following up.

With 1 Check, reference checks are automated, allowing you to request, track, and receive references quickly, all in one system.

Automate Your Reference Checks

What are Reference Checks?

Reference checks are used to verify an applicant’s employment history, experience, and suitability for a role.

They typically involve contacting previous employers or professional referees to confirm:

• Job roles and responsibilities
• Dates of employment
• Performance and conduct
• Suitability for the position

Reference checks are an important part of safer recruitment, helping you make more informed hiring decisions.

Stop chasing references manually

Traditional reference checks rely heavily on emails, phone calls, and manual follow-ups. It’s a job no-one wants to do, and one that often gets put off.

This can lead to:

• Delays in receiving responses
• Incomplete or inconsistent information
• Increased admin for your team

1 Check removes this process entirely by automating how references are requested and collected.

Why Use 1 Check For Your Reference Requests?

Automated reference requests

With 1 Check, reference checks are sent automatically to the applicant’s referees.

Referees receive a secure link where they can complete the reference online, removing the need for back and forth emails.

This helps:

• Speed up response times
• Ensure consistency across all references
• Reduce manual input from your team

Fully Customisable Forms

From short text answers to ratings out of 10, you can fully customise every question the reference check asks, and choose how you want the referees to respond.

No more having to ‘make-do’ with an out-dated reference form that doesn’t really tell you what you need to know.

We Chase For You

As part of the package, we will chase referees who haven’t replied to the reference request. We know how important these checks are in the hiring process, and want to make sure you have everything you need to make the right decision.

Track every reference in one place

With 1 Check, you can see exactly where each reference is up to.

You can:

• View which references have been requested
• See which are complete or outstanding
• Monitor progress without chasing

Everything is managed through one dashboard, giving you full visibility at all times.

Audit References

Our Reference Audit is a premium verification service carried out by our team of experienced compliance consultants. Each audit involves a thorough, independent review of the referee, their identity, and the accuracy of the reference provided.

Rather than relying on a completed form alone, we carry out additional checks to validate the information. This includes cross-referencing the referee’s details against publicly available records, professional profiles, and other trusted sources. Where required, we will also contact the referee directly to confirm authenticity and resolve any inconsistencies.

Every audit is supported by a clear, detailed report outlining our findings. This highlights any potential risks, discrepancies, or areas of concern, giving you greater confidence in the references you rely on when making recruitment decisions.

You can request an audit for any reference on your Dashboard once it has been completed.

Seamless Integration With 1 Check Services

Reference checks are fully integrated within the 1 Check platform.

This means you can request multiple checks on applicants at the same time, creating one smooth and consistent process from start to finish.

No separate systems. No duplication. Just one clear workflow. All you need to do is enter your applicants details once, and select which checks you want for them. We’ll take care of the rest.