Job offer scam message
A scammer posing as a Trade Me recruiter sent SMS messages about a job offer to members.
Scammers are posing as a Trade Me recruiter and sending SMS messages about a job offer to members. Find out what to do if you get a scam message.
Example of the job offer scam message
We’re aware of Trade Me customers receiving SMS messages impersonating Trade Me Jobs recruiters. These are not real messages from us. They are a phishing scam.
Find an example of the scam message below:
If you get the job offer scam message
If you or anyone you know receives a text message from anyone claiming to be a recruiter from Trade Me Jobs:
- Do not respond to the message.
- Report TXT spam to DIA.
- Delete the message.
If you have responded to the sender and given your personal information, get advice from the NZ Police and confidential support from Netsafe.
Learn more about phishing emails and messages
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