Understanding the validation of employment references with Legalforlandlords
If you're an applicant being referenced from Legalforlandlords, there are a few requirements and steps taken to make sure the reference is both valid and secure.
Confirming the reference directly with the employer
If Legalforlandlords are referencing an applicant that has an employed employment status, they would be able to confirm the reference without any documentation. This is on the basis that the employer provides the reference on a business email — personal emails cannot be used — and can verify the reference via the landline number that the applicants provides — mobile numbers cannot be used.
Validating the reference via alternative options
If Legalforlandlords are unable to get a reference and verify this directly with the employer, they would require two of the following documents for validation:
3 Months bank statements. - This must show the employment income coming in and be from the last 3 months, we must also be able to verify that this is your own statement
3 Months payslips - This must show how much you are earning each month and must include your nation insurance number, name and tax code
Employment contract or offer letter - this must show how much you are going to earn annually this would need to say either your annual income or a minimum required hours and the hourly pay rate. This must also be in a PDF format, if this is a word document, we cannot rake this.
Conclusion
By understanding the various types of validation and verifying sources, Legalforlandlords will ensure that their referencing system remains secure and that only verified references will be accepted.