Check references easily and hire with confidence — all within SEEK
Request, track and review referee feedback directly on SEEK, so you can hire with confidence.
Reference checks made easy on SEEK
Built into SEEKYou can shortlist candidates and request reference checks in one place, making hiring simpler and more connected.
Less adminRequest reference checks for any or all shortlisted candidate easily while SEEK manages referee reminders and responses, reducing time and admin effort.
Structured InsightsStructured, consistent referee feedback captured via Voice AI or text input helps confirm candidate fit and gives hirers greater confidence in who they choose to hire.
How it works
Step 1
Create your job adReference checks are included with Basic, Advanced and Premium ads.Step 2
Select candidatesChoose any shortlisted candidates you'd like to reference check.Step 3
Request checksMove shortlisted candidates forward by requesting reference checks.Step 4
Review resultsGet notified when responses are ready and view structured reports, all within SEEK.Choose the right type of job ad for your reference checks
Basic adFor occasional hiring | Most popular Advanced adFor regular hiring | Premium adFor high-volume teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
Number of reference checksHow many reference checks you can request | 1 | 5 | Unlimited |
| Included in every reference check |
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Basic ad
For occasional hiring1
reference checkMost popular
Advanced ad
For regular hiring5
reference checksPremium ad
For high-volume teamsIncluded in every reference check
- Referees answer 14 structured questions, including:
- Overall performance and reliability
- Strengths and areas for improvement
- Teamwork and job-specific skills
- Rehire likelihood and management preferences
- Optional public endorsement for SEEK Profile
- Star rating out of 5, as well as written responses to provide clear hiring insights
What’s new
Built into hiring flowEasily request reference checks for any or all shortlisted candidates.
Voice AI reference checksReferees can simply speak their answers, and we'll turn them into text.
Pre-referenced candidatesSpeed up your hiring with immediate access to existing reference checks.