UK Recommendation Letter for Colleague

Template

[Your Name], [Title]
[Company]
[Email] | [Phone]
[Date]

To Whom It May Concern,

I worked alongside [Colleague Name] at [Company] for [duration] in [context]. [He/She/They] is a [trait] professional who [specific strength with example].

When we [project/task], [Colleague Name] [concrete contribution and result]. I recommend [him/her/them] for [goal] without hesitation.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

What to fill in

A shared project you both worked on
The colleague’s concrete contribution
Your working relationship and duration
The goal they are pursuing

Local note (UK)

United Kingdom — references here are often "confidential" and sent directly by the referee to the employer or university, not given to the candidate. Keep factual and avoid liability by sticking to role, dates, and observable performance.

Writing tips

Peer letters carry weight because they show day-to-day collaboration. Be specific about what working together was like.

Templates reviewed by the RecLetter editorial team; not a writing service — you are responsible for the final letter.