Scam Type
Employment Scam
Business Name Used
Private Equity Recruiting Firm
Date Reported
December 22, 2023
Postal Code
12078
Total Dollars Lost
$ 0
Scam Description
The scammer acted as a recruiter. She asked me to send my most recent resume. This is common in the employment sector. I’ve applied for over 300 jobs. I sent my resume, but after felt something was off so I looked up the form and found it was flagged as fraud. See below.
Hello,
I hope this message finds you well and in high spirits. I’m KP, a Senior Recruiting Specialist, playing a pivotal role in talent acquisition at Private Equity Recruiting firm, a premier recruitment firm with a global footprint. Today, I’d like to introduce you to an exciting professional avenue that aligns with your expertise.
We’ve been entrusted by a high-profile client to scout for a dynamic leader for the role of Director of Customer Relations, in a newly integrated division of their enterprise. Our search brought your impressive track record to the forefront via a trusted talent agency, positioning you as a potentially impeccable fit.
If this opportunity resonates with you, could you kindly provide us with your latest resume? Once in hand, I’ll delve deeper into the role specifics and guide you through our preliminary formalities, which include a confidentiality agreement.
To clarify, as a recruitment agency, our engagement fee is paid by the hiring entity, ensuring zero costs to you. Additionally, your privacy is paramount; hence, no intrusive information requests will be made.
Best Regards,
KP Sr. Recruiting Specialist
Private Equity Recruiting Firm
