UK Recommendation Letter for Promotion

Template

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

To the Promotion Committee,

I strongly support [Employee Name]’s promotion to [New Role]. In my role as [your role], I have seen [him/her/them] exceed [current role] expectations by [specific achievement with result].

Beyond results, [Employee Name] [trait example: mentored two juniors / led the migration]. [He/She/They] is ready for [New Role]. I recommend the promotion without reservation.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

What to fill in

The target promotion title
An achievement that proves readiness
Your authority to endorse
A leadership or impact example

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

Promotion letters must show the person already operating at the next level. Cite scope and results, not effort alone.

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