Have you ever come across a job that sounded just too good to be true? Perhaps one that claimed unbelievable benefits and opportunities, all without having to do much work, and with a promise of great success? Believe it or not, there are many that sound just like that out there and sometimes people fall prey to these claims.

If you’re in the market for a job, there’s no better time than now. But with so many jobs available, how do you choose which ones are scams? Here are some signs that your new employer is not what they seem:

No job description

No job description is a red flag. A good hiring manager will have a well-written and detailed resume to show you, but they should also be able to give you some information about what the job requires of them. When possible, ask questions like: “Can I see the job posting?” or “How can we get started?” You might even want to ask whether there’s another position open in your area.

A job description should describe the duties and responsibilities of the position as well as any qualifications required for it—and if there aren’t any posted requirements listed on an employer’s website or FAQ pages before applying online then this could mean it’s not a legitimate job posting.

Missing contact info

It’s common sense for an applicant to be able to contact an employer who is looking to hire. If the company website doesn’t have contact information and you can’t reach them, then it’s most likely a scam. Or if the employer’s email address is generic or doesn’t work, they’re probably a scammer.

In fact, many scammers use fake names and addresses just so they can get away with lying about who they are and where their office is located. This makes it very difficult for legitimate employers to find out if someone has been hired through them; even though these fake profiles may appear legitimate at first glance, once an employer checks into the background info behind these accounts–or even sees one of those horror stories about people getting ripped off by unscrupulous employers–they’ll want nothing more than for potential employees not to ever apply again.

Make sure to check the website provided and the posting itself thoroughly to see if all contact details have been covered and then double check to see which ones are working.

Pay is too good to be true

Familiarize yourself with the average salary of the role you’re looking to apply for. A common scam in job postings is to claim high pay and “not having to do too much work.” If the pay sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

On the other hand, if you’re asked to pay for the job, it’s not a real job. If your employer asks for money up front, or if he tells you that he can’t afford to pay benefits or other expenses associated with your new position until after a certain amount of time has passed, then don’t take the position—it’s likely an online scam.

If someone offers training in exchange for cash and/or shares in his company (one reason why many people think they’ve found “the next great thing”), there’s probably something wrong with what they’re selling because most businesses don’t offer such deals without compensation attached.

Not being contacted directly by company

If a company does not contact you directly, then it’s likely a scam. Scammers will often use fake names and email addresses, so the best way to avoid being scammed is by checking the website or app from which you’re applying for work.

Using free email services: Scammers may also use free email services like Gmail or Yahoo Mail (which require an account) because they know that people who are looking for jobs don’t have time to create new accounts on these sites every time they apply for one job offer. If this sounds like something that could happen to you, make sure that whoever sends out those messages knows exactly what kind of work experience and education credentials they should be looking for—and then follow up with them via phone call or text message if necessary!

A request for personal information

If a job opportunity asks for personal information like your social security number, bank account numbers or credit card details, it’s most likely a scam. A legitimate company will not request this information unless they are required by law to do so.

Oftentimes scammers will ask for some form of payment as part of their process before giving you any work at all. This can include money out of your own pocket or even money from friends or family members who happen to be working in the industry—but there should be no charge at all! If this is happening during the recruitment stage, make sure that any promises made about future payments were made in writing (and signed off) beforehand; otherwise keep looking until something more trustworthy comes along!

You should be wary of any job that asks for your personal information, such as:

• Your current salary
• Your past salary
• Your bank account number

If you’re asked to provide this information, it’s a red flag because it could indicate that the company is out to get you financially. If they want more money from you and aren’t willing to pay what they promise in their advertisement or ad copy, then why would they need all of your personal details?

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The best way to avoid being scammed is to be aware of the red flags. The signs we have listed above can help you recognize potential scams and avoid them.

But it’s always best to not waste time and just find jobs at a legitimate company. You don’t have to double check every listing with Remote Workmate because the company has proven itself to be trustworthy and dependable. We’ve hired over 100 Workmates who are still working with us to this day. We provide tools and processes to help accelerate your career and create a healthy and productive relationship with your client.

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