Employment Scams
Current Trends in Employment Scams:
Job hunting can be a challenging endeavor, especially for recent graduates. Unscrupulous scammers
capitalize on this, preying on individuals eagerly seeking legitimate
employment opportunities. These scammers employ a variety of cunning tactics to deceive, leading victims
to waste time, lose money, and at worst, inadvertently become
embroiled in illegal activities due to misuse of their personal details. It's crucial to remember that
authentic employers or recruitment agencies will never demand
payment in exchange for a job placement. If they do, it's a glaring red flag, signaling that it's best
to steer clear.
Methods Employed by Scammers
Beware if you receive unsolicited interview invitations from seemingly reputable companies, especially
if the location is far from your residence.
Always take the initiative to verify the interview's legitimacy by contacting the company directly at
their official number. Many scammers design such ruses in
distant locations to capitalize on your travel and accommodation expenses. Additionally, be cautious of
emails offering direct employment without an interview in
exchange for a fee to cover "paperwork". It's essential to recognize that genuine companies never hire
without assessing a candidate's skills and qualifications.
Understanding Employment Scams
Employment scammers often scour job portals to identify potential victims. Posing as recruiters, they
may reach out, claiming they represent a company interested in
hiring you based on your skills and experience. Using persuasive tactics, they aim to gain your trust.
Once they have it, they'll typically request sensitive personal
information like bank account numbers, credit card details, and social security numbers. With this data
in hand, they not only entangle you in an employment scam but
also expose you to risks like identity theft. Unbeknownst to you, they may misuse your personal details
for illegal activities. Victims often find themselves in distress
after paying for non-existent training materials, certifications, or receiving fake appointment letters.
New Graduates: Prime Targets for Employment Scams
Newly graduated individuals, eager to kickstart their careers, often find themselves particularly
susceptible to employment scams. Driven by the desire to secure a
job quickly, many may overlook red flags in their haste. Moreover, those drawn by the allure of
lucrative salary packages can also become targets. Unscrupulous scammers
exploit these vulnerabilities, using deceptive tactics to ensnare fresh graduates.
Strategies to Guard Against Employment Scams
Always be skeptical of emails from unfamiliar sources, even if they promise lucrative packages at
renowned companies. Before sharing any personal information,
thoroughly research the authenticity of the job offer. If an interview request raises suspicions,
especially if it comes with hefty fees, question its legitimacy.
Instead of relying on third-party agents, take the initiative to contact the hiring company directly to
confirm the interview details. Avoid any arrangement that
operates on a "pay to get hired" basis. Remember, scammers often prey on those looking for quick
financial gains. Prioritize job offers that align with your qualifications
and skills over those that simply flaunt attractive compensation.
Example of Employment scam
Dear Francis Sanjoy Rozario,
NOTIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT
Congratulations! following the completion of your job application and educational qualification, we
are pleased to confirm that you have been selected to work for Al Habtoor Leighton LLC (HLG) UAE.
We are delighted to make you the following offer in this position on our team, based on your
previous work experience and your impressive educational accomplishments.
The HLG Management are confident you will thrive professionally and personally while working for our
organization.
Find attached herewith, is the prototype of your Employment Letter which contains the Terms and
Conditions of your Contract Package for your perusal and approval. On your review and acceptance of
this Contract Package, sign on the last page and send back to us a scanned copy of the Acceptance
(Last) Page by email (hr@alhabtoor-llc.com).
However, you recommended to contact MIDDLE EAST TRAVEL & TOURS UAE for the acquisition of your UAE
Work/Residence Permit Papers which will enable you to legally live and work in U.A.E, thereby
sending also a copy of the acceptance last page to them for their processing of your requisite
through their contact details below:
MIDDLE EAST TRAVEL & TOURS UAE
Trade Centre Road – Dubai
P. O. Box: 82541, Dubai
United Arab Emirates.
Email: wpv.ae@middleeasttraveltours.cu.cc
Alter: middleeasttravelt.uae@yandex.com
Phone: +971 523 3287785
Contact Person: Anthony S. V. Woods
The hard copies of your Contract documents have been forward to MIDDLE EAST TRAVEL & TOURS UAE, who
shall solicit on the preparation of your Working Visa Resident Permit from the Visa Authorities here
in UAE. The same will be sent to you through courier service after all formalities have been
accomplished with the UAE Visa Authorities here in UAE. This is in line with the Expatriate Statuary
Law of UAE.
Keep us up to date us with the process between you and the travel agency in case of advice where
necessary, and ensure you provide them their requirements quickly for the fastest process from their
office. Also remember that any expense you make for the processing of your UAE Residence/Work Permit
Papers shall be refunded back to you immediately you submit your expenses report/receipt to us via
email.
NOTIFICATION FOR ELABORATION PROGRAM
Upon your arrival to Dubai International Airport; you shall be received at the Airport by our
delegates. Also there will be a mandatory expatriates orientation / elaboration training program,
organized for all expatriates by the management to orient newly employed staff about the company,
the Executives, Departments, and more on your job duties. This will take place within the Premises
of Al Habtoor Leighton LLC (HLG) UAE, and this Program will start 14 days on arrival for work
sign-on.
It is of very importance that your make sure your participate on the elaboration program which is
scheduled to commence on your stipulated joining date. This means you should be able to relocated
before your states joining date.
ELABORATION PROGRAM NUMBER
Your assigned Elaboration Program Number for the 2016 Al Habtoor Leighton LLC (HLG) UAE training
program is HLG-25816.
We at Al Habtoor Leighton LLC (HLG) UAE congratulates you today on your success emergence and look
forward to welcoming you aboard
Should you require more information, please feel free to contact us immediately.
Best Regards,
ENG. Ranja Zayed
Employment Processing Manager
Al Habtoor Leighton LLC (HLG) UAE
Airport Road, Rashidiya
P.O. Box 10869
Tel: + 971 526 574052
Fax: + 971 526 570000
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates.