Confirm the role with the employer
Find the employer’s official website independently and check its recruitment information. Compare the recruiter’s address and the role details. If the vacancy cannot be found, contact the employer through a published channel.
Paste the offer and any links into the checker. Include what you have been asked to pay, purchase or submit. Remove identity numbers and other details that do not need review.
Pay attention to the requested action
A request to move money, buy gift cards, deposit a cheque and return part of it, or pay to unlock work deserves careful review. A rushed offer with little discussion of the role also needs independent confirmation.
- Confirm the company and recruiter through established channels.
- Check the role, interview process and written terms.
- Verify any fee or equipment purchase request independently.
- Avoid sharing sensitive documents before confirming the recipient and purpose.
Keep a record
Save the advert, conversation, offer and payment instructions. These details can help the platform, employer or relevant authority investigate impersonation.
Questions about this check
Can a real company name appear in a fake job offer?
Yes. Confirm that the person contacting you is authorised to recruit for that company.
Can the advisor verify a recruiter’s identity?
It can analyse the submitted message and domain signals. Identity still requires independent confirmation with the employer.
