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Scammer's email [email protected]
Country United States
Victim Location IN 47374, USA
Type of a scam Employment
"Dear Prospective Employee,
We saw your profile on LinkedIn and we are really impressed by your experience and background. Here at The Key Staff Company, we are always looking to grow with talented people and achieve great things together.
Kindly advise back if you're interested in the available position for full Job Details.
We are an equal opportunities employer. All rights reserved.
Best Regards,
Jeffery Clark"
I responded asking for details of the position being offered. First red flag I didnt notice at first is position written as "Job Details"
I received the following;
"Dear Prospective Employee,
Thanks for taking time to apply for our Data Entry Clark Job, this position will be a work from home (100% REMOTE).
Your application has been reviewed by our HR department, your qualifications match our requirements.
This position has great benefits which includes:
Health Insurance
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Days/hours for Full-Time: 35-40 Hours per week. Monday Through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM.
We also offer part-time shifts, hours will be scheduled according to your availability. (15-20 Hours weekly)
Salary/Hr: $44.00
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Act as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners
Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner.
Manage executives’ calendars and set up meetings.
Make travel and accommodation arrangements.
Rack daily expenses and prepare weekly, monthly or quarterly reports.
Format information for internal and external communication – memos, emails, presentations, reports
Take minutes during virtual meetings.
Organize and maintain the office filing system.
Answer the interview questions below if you are willing to be part of The Key Group LLC.
1. How do you ensure you are staying on top of your executive's calendar?
2. What would you do if an executive gave you sensitive company information and another executive asked you for the information?
3. What executive assistant skills are you working on improving right now?
4. How do you manage your time effectively to ensure you are meeting deadlines and taking care of high-priority items?
5. What steps would you take if you were given a different set of instructions from two different executives?
6. What would you say is the most important duty that a data entry Clark performs?
7. How do you respond when someone gives you constructive criticism and what steps do you take to action their sentiments?
8. Do you have experience supporting more than one company data?
9. Is there a part of being an data entry Clark you like the best?
10. How did your previous experience and educational background prepare you for this role?
11. How would the previous executives you worked for describe you as an employee if we were to ask?
12. Do you have previous experience booking travel and if so what kind?
13.What do you think are your biggest strengths that make you a great data entry Clark?
14. Do you have a workstation at home for the remote job?
Thanks for your time. We look forward to having you onboard.
Best Regards,
Jeffery Clark
The Key Group LLC"
A little confused I did not actually apply for the position, I still went with it because it seemed legit so I responded, answering all the questions.
A few hours later I received the following;
"Dear [my email address instead of Prospective employee or my name that was at bottom of all my responding emails],
Congratulations!!! Your experience is satisfactory and impressive, and we have offered you the position of an Data Entry Clerk (Remote).
The company's HR department reviewed your answers to the Interview questions and gave their report, I have decided to consider you among the final two applicants that will be on probation, You would be placed on a paid 2-week probation in order for the management to access your work ethics and efficiency. You will be fully paid for the 2 weeks probation.
You will be enrolled for top-of-the-line training that includes online training, and new hire class orientation. We are committed to helping you build a solid foundation and do your job to the best of your abilities.
Testing your efficiency for the new week is to be in charge of the purchase and delivery of the company's branded materials and equipment for your orientation and workstation. A payment in the form of a Certified Company Check would be issued to you by the company's financial manager to take care of the expenses. More information on the task would be communicated to you, you will get a text message from me.
Kindly fill the following information below to enlist into the Company's Register for proper documentation, it is also required by the HR Department.
Full Name:
Address:
Apt/Suite #:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Cell number (For SMS):
What's the name of institution do you bank with, so we can determine the payroll portal to put you on ?
Your paperwork (USCIS Form I-9 and W-4 forms) will be sent to you via FedEx after the probation period. I will be here to inform you before it is sent so you can be on the lookout for it
Best Regards,
Jefferey Clark
The Key Group LLC"
Thinking this could be something, before really thinking about it, i replied saying thank you for choosing me to move forward and gave all the information asked. Wasnt asking for anything more than my address and phone number so I thought it should be ok. And saying the tax forms would be mailed made it seem more legit.
An hour later (what I would say is after business hours but some people work late so didnt think too much into it), I received the following;
"Dear [finally my name], We are glad to have you join the team! On behalf of all the members and the management, we would like to extend our warmest welcome and good wishes.
You are now given a chance to show your commitment, charisma, diligence and be a productive employee. Head to the nearest Office Depot or Staples and purchase a Standard Business Check Refills. It is needed to print out the check the company will issue out to you to cover for your branded work equipment. It cost about $15 and you will be reimbursed.
Send me the purchase receipt for records.
Best Regards,
Jeffrey Clark
The Key Group LLC"
This instantly made me uneasy and i started googling. It didnt feel right that I would have to print a check and I should have noticed the mention of sending a Certified Company Check for expenses.
I did not reply any further.