Employee Referral Form

An Employee Referral Form can be used by your employees to make a referral for a suitable candidate. This document also contains a policy that outlines the conditions for referral.

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Last updated October 24, 2025

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Employee Referral Form

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What is a employee referral form?

An employee referral form is a document that allows employees to recommend candidates for job vacancies and outlines the process, eligibility, and rewards for successful referrals.
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When should you use a employee referral form?

You should use a employee referral form when you want to encourage staff to refer qualified candidates for open roles and clearly set out the terms for any referral rewards.
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What should be in a employee referral form?

A employee referral form should include a referral policy, eligibility and exceptions, details of referral fees or bonuses, and a process for submitting candidate referrals.
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Who can use this form within a business?

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Can the referral fee amount be customised?

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