Many of us have received unsolicited messages from unknown numbers or automated calls. Digital scams have become more prevalent in recent years, with scammers using new and deceptive tactics to target victims.

At Corford Asia, protecting your job search security is a top priority. With an increase in job scams and employment fraud across Malaysia, we're here to help you stay safe by providing key information on how to recognize and avoid these fraudulent activities.

Job and employment scams often deceive jobseekers into giving away money or personal information by offering non-existent jobs. Scammers frequently impersonate reputable organizations like Corford Asia to make their offers seem legitimate.



These scams can appear in various forms, such as emails, messages, whatsapp, Telegram or phone calls from individuals claiming to be Corford Asia consultants. They may ask for personal or financial details, and sometimes even ask you to pay upfront fees. Although employment scams are becoming more sophisticated, knowing the common warning signs can help you protect yourself from falling victim.

Warning Signs of a Job or Employment Scam

If you receive an unsolicited job offer or communication, look out for these red flags:

• Guaranteed Jobs or Income: If you come across an advertisement, email, message, Whatsapp, Telegram or phone call promising a job or guaranteed income without an interview, it's likely a scam.
• Too Good to Be True: If the message claims you can make a significant amount of money with minimal effort or offers "large returns," be cautious.
• Request for Personal Details or Payment: Be wary of any message asking you to provide personal information or pay a fee for job details, start-up materials, or registration.
• Unusual Money Requests: If you're asked to transfer money on behalf of someone else, it could be an attempt at money laundering.
• Suspicious Contact Information: A suspicious or incomplete profile, including lack of genuine contact details or a vague profile picture, could be a sign of a scam.
• Generic Email Addresses: Be cautious if the recruiter contacts you from a generic email address, such as @Yahoo or @Hotmail, instead of a professional domain like @corfordasia.com.
• High-Paying Job Offers Without Interviews: If you're offered a high-paying job without going through a formal interview process, it's likely a scam.
• Poorly Written Job Advertisements: Scams often contain spelling errors, poorly structured sentences, or vague descriptions.

What to Do if You Suspect a Scam

If you are contacted by someone claiming to be a Corford Asia consultant on social media or a job board, always verify their identity. Ask the person to send you an email from an official Corford Asia email address (e.g., name.surname@corfordasia.com). Our consultants will never ask for payment or send correspondence from personal email accounts. Therefore, please remember not to make any payments or disclose any personal information that could put you at risk, as we will not be held liable for any resulting loss.

If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a message claiming to be from Corford Asia, please reach out to us directly at jin@corfordasia.com for verification. Remember, we will never ask candidates to make direct payments or share sensitive information outside of official channels.