Subject: Response to Inquiry of Former Employee — Without Reference Dear [Inquirer's Name], Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your inquiry about our former employee, [Employee's Name]. We appreciate your interest and the opportunity to provide you with relevant information. However, in accordance with our company policy, we only provide reference letters for current or former employees with their expressed consent. Considering this, I regret to inform you that we cannot provide you with a reference regarding [Employee's Name]. It is our company's policy to respect the privacy and confidentiality of our employees, both during their tenure and after their departure. While we understand your need for information and the importance of reference checks, we kindly request you to respect our policies and procedures. We are unable to offer any insights into [Employee's Name]'s performance, qualifications, or any other aspects related to their employment with us. Please note that this policy is in place to ensure the protection and privacy of all our employees. We believe in maintaining a fair and unbiased approach when it comes to providing references and support our employees' right to control the release of their work-related information. If you have any further inquiries or require assistance with any other matter, please do not hesitate to contact us, and we will be more than happy to assist you. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Position] [Your Company Name] [Contact Information] --- Alternate Types of Maine Sample Letters for Response to Inquiry of Former Employee — Without Reference: 1. Response to Inquiry of Former Employee — Without Reference (Positive): In this type of letter, the response provides a positive acknowledgment of the former employee, but still adheres to the policy of not disclosing any reference or specific information. 2. Response to Inquiry of Former Employee — Without Reference (Limited Information): This type of letter acknowledges the inquiry and may provide limited non-reference information about the employee, following the company's policy and guidelines. 3. Response to Inquiry of Former Employee — Without Reference (Company Recommendation): This type of letter may offer a generic recommendation for the inquirer to consider the employee's suitability for the desired role based on their time with the company without revealing specific details. Please note that the availability and content of these alternate types may vary depending on the company's policies and regulations.