Xref

Xref is a software platform that automates reference checks for employers. Candidates take part by supplying their own referees and following progress, while the employer receives the results in an organised report. The platform has since grown to cover background checks, staff surveys and talent pools.

What Xref offers

• Reference checking — automated collection of feedback from a candidate's referees.
• AI reference summaries — a short overview of strengths, areas to improve and key points.
• Background checks — a set of checks suited to different types of employment.
• Talent pool — a list of past referees and former employees who agreed to be contacted.
• Pulse surveys and exit surveys — engagement, leadership and onboarding questionnaires written with workplace psychologists.
• Insights — reporting on departments and employee net promoter scores.

Who it works with

Employers and HR teams that want data to support hiring and retention decisions.

Key facts

• Security: ISO 27001 certified
• Access: mobile-friendly platform