References

Can I get a reference from my employer after a compromise agreement?

Yes – many compromise agreements have a specific clause dealing with references. If your one doesn’t: ask for one!

The best clauses will say something like “A reference will be provided upon written request in the form annexed to this agreement at Annex A” or such like. Then there will be an agreed reference attached to the back of the compromise agreement itself, headed “Annex A.”

To make double sure that only the agreed reference is provided, you can ask for the clause to say that requests for a telephone reference or a questionnaire will be refused and that any prospective employer will be told that only the written reference will be provided. This guards against an employer giving a bad reference on the phone or in a questionnaire.

Some compromise agreements will just state that a ‘standard reference’ will be provided upon request. This implies a very simple reference with just job title and dates of employment. There is an element of trust here whereby you are relying on your employer not to say anything negative in the reference.

You’ll want to get a rough idea of the value of your case by filling in the Compromise Calculator. Also think about getting some representation have a look at the Testimonials to see how others in your situation were helped on their journey.

If you want help negotiating a reference or if you have any other compromise agreement query, including how to get representation at no up front cost, email us on info@compromiseagree.com, call us 0800 533 5134 or send a message in the box to the bottom right.