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There were several mails asking if a job offer is a scam. The only scam
that we think is easier to spot is the “money mule” scams. Other than
these, there are some unsolicited job offers that appear to be real but
were sent from free email addresses.


The following are some of our recommendations for sharing.

a) Never reply if the email address from the sender is a free email or
from a suspicious site.
Esp. if the sender quotes a big name, e.g. Shell, Mobil, etc, but uses
a free or non-related email address.
b) Never pay employer or agent any money for whatever reason, e.g. fees, etc.
c) Never deal with any unsolicited offers from Nigeria. Sorry, that is me.
d) If its overseas company, I would expect the employer to send a rep
over to interview me. I am unlikely to pay and fly over there unless I
intend to migrate or find other jobs in the same place.

Can’t think of anything else at the moment, but I guess the above is
more than enough to keep my bank account safe.

Please feel free to comment or add on.

The following is another example of a job scam which is not a “money mule” scam. However, they are likely to make you “pay” for something. We would not recommend sending any resume to these guys. The email addresses are too “fishy”.

—–Messaggio originale—–
Da: casio_recruitmente@yahoo.com [mailto:rzmails@indiatimes.com]
Inviato: sabato 20 ottobre 2007 6.30
Oggetto: Shell Nigeria

SHELL NIGERIA INC. (SNI)
Job Vacancies
TITLE: PRODUCTION SHARING CONTRACT
Job ID: PSC/JV/SNI 01145-07 Nigeria.
Shell Nigeria Incorporation (SNI) has immediate employment opportunities.

SNI intends to invite experienced individuals/expatriates or Consultancy firm capable of rendering expertise services in various fields of Engineering, Construction and Installation, NDT, Geology, Project Management, Welding and Fabrication, Plant/Start-Up, Maintenance, Aviation safety officer, Air Craft Maintenance Engineer, Helicopter Engineer, Flight Attendant, Administrative, Marketing Manager, Technical Writer, Product Information Analyst, Experienced caterer /catering manager/chef, Engineering Writer, and Commissioning.
ENTITLEMENT, BENEFITS AND PACKAGES;
A very attractive net salary paid in US$, Sterling or Euros equivalent depending on employee home country and currency preference wi! th annual salary review.
. Quality single or family housing accommodation in company community.
. Free medical/dental care in Nigeria for employee and family.
. Excellent educational assistance benefits with family status employment.
. Paid airfares allowing full flexibility with holiday travel.
. Personal effects shipment and excess baggage allowances.
. Full access to some of the finest and social recreational facilities in Nigeria.
. Life Insurance and Paid vacation.
. Official vehicle/Maximum security in work environment and housing community.
JOB STATUS:
Full-Time and contract
SALARY INDICATION:
$12, 320.00 – $30, 000.00 depending upon experience and field of specialization.
QUALIFICATION:
5 years and above.

Note:As soon as you send your cv/resume,we forward it to our international screening department for proper screening and verification.Only the successful employees will be contacted immediately after our final screening.
Interested candidates are to email resume and details of experience to
casio_recruitment@yahoo.com

Regards,

Dr Richard Evans
Manager, Human Resources Department
For Shell Nigeria Inc
Tel:234,8076735122
E-mail:casio_recruitment@yahoo.com