How Can I Spot a Suspicious Job?

Most job ads on Maukerja are genuine. These signs mean you should slow down and check before replying.

Warning signs

• You are offered the job straight away, with no interview.
• The job description is vague and almost anyone is eligible.
• The company has no verifiable presence online.
• You are asked for bank details or personal data early on.
• You are asked to pay a deposit, a registration fee, or to buy company products.
• The employer writes from a free email account instead of a company domain.
• You are pushed to act urgently.

What to do

1. Do not reply, click links or download files.
2. Check the company profile on Maukerja.
3. Ask Maukerja to check it — see How can I ask Maukerja about a company or hiring message?.
4. If the ad is on Maukerja, report it.

More reading: Safety Centre and the safety guides listed there.