At Sharp & Carter, your safety is our top priority. We are aware of a growing number of recruitment scams targeting jobseekers, particularly on Facebook and messaging platforms such as WhatsApp.
These scams often involve individuals impersonating Sharp & Carter consultants and offering fake job opportunities.
Please be aware: we do not advertise or offer jobs via Facebook groups, private messages, or WhatsApp.
Where We Post Legitimate Job Opportunities
Sharp & Carter only posts job ads on the following official channels:
SEEK (www.seek.com.au)
LinkedIn (via our verified company page)
The Sharp & Carter website (www.sharpandcarter.com.au)
If you see a job ad claiming to be from Sharp & Carter elsewhere, particularly in Facebook groups or private messages, it is likely a scam.
How to Stay Safe
Ignore and Report Suspicious Messages: We will never contact you out of the blue on Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp about job opportunities.
Check the Source: All genuine Sharp & Carter communication will come from our official domain: @sharpandcarter.com.au.
Do Not Send Money or Personal Details: We will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information to secure a job.
Common Signs of a Scam
Be alert to the following red flags:
Unsolicited Job Offers from people you don’t know or platforms we don’t use.
Impersonated Profiles posing as Sharp & Carter consultants, often with incomplete or suspicious details.
Requests for Upfront Fees, personal documents, or bank details.
Too-Good-To-Be-True Offers promising easy income or guaranteed jobs.
Rushed Processes that skip interviews or proper screening.
Poor Communication using incorrect emails, inconsistent branding, or unprofessional language.
Attempts to Sell Items like merchandise, electronics, or software.
What To Do If You Are Targeted
If you suspect a scam or have received a suspicious message:
Do not respond or share any information.
Report the scam to Scamwatch(managed by the ACCC) or the Australian Cyber Security Centre.
Let us know via the reporting form on our website so we can investigate and warn others.
Your awareness helps protect others. If you’re ever unsure about a message or job ad, contact us directly via our website to verify.
Stay Alert and thank you for helping keep our community safe.
.png)
.png)
