Beware of fake recruiters on WhatsApp: A notice has been issued regarding fraudulent WhatsApp recruiters. Criminals, according to experts, are attempting to deceive victims by presenting a lucrative employment offer to steal money and sensitive personal information.
A teen reported that £3,000 was taken from her after being contacted on the messaging platform by con artists posing as recruiters. She disclosed to BBC News that she believed she had participated in an authentic employment interview; the con artists then deceived her into divulging her credit card information.
Fraudulent recruiters solicit personal information as part of the scheme. Scammers are actively seeking job applicants; therefore, individuals who have recently uploaded a curriculum vitae to a job board should exercise particular caution.
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John Clark, product manager at card payment provider takepayments, stated, “At this time, we are observing an increase in the number of scammers disseminating fake job offers via messaging platforms such as WhatsApp.” Scam recruiters will initiate contact with individuals and request sensitive information in an attempt to secure employment.
“This may include financial information and a person’s date of birth and address, which they can subsequently sell on the dark web.” Additionally, an application or training fee may be required. Scammers will be on the watch for job seekers, so if you have recently uploaded your resume to a job board, be especially wary of recruitment scams.
Here are some warning signs and instructions on how to avoid falling victim to a scam:
- False recruiters may assert that they will disclose the employing company’s identity or nature after receiving payment, thereby exhibiting a reluctance to disclose the hiring organization.
- Positions that appear to be too excellent to be true: Scammers will inflate the perceived value of a position in order to entice seekers of employment to submit. Instances of unrealistic benefits, compensation, or job descriptions that fail to adequately align with the qualifications and experience of the candidate ought to be regarded as red flags.
- If a position is being offered prematurely or without adhering to a well-defined recruiting procedure, this is an additional indication that the recruiter might not be authentic.
- Inquire about the recruiter – Analyze the connections, endorsements, and profile history of the individual in question on LinkedIn. Verify that it corresponds to the brand for which they claim to work.
- The official channels include: Always apply via the HR department or the organization’s official website for safety purposes.
- Never transfer payment; it is improbable that any legitimate employer or recruiter will request payment during the hiring procedure.
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