Recruitment scams are becoming more common, with fraudsters impersonating executive search consultants and promoting fake job opportunities using the names of legitimate firms.

A few important reminders for candidates:

• Our search consultants will email candidates only from an address ending in @gilmanpartners.com, never from a personal email account. Check the spelling carefully, as fraudulent messages may use a similar-looking domain.
• We will never ask a candidate to pay a fee to be considered for an opportunity.
• Be cautious of requests for financial information or sensitive identification documents, such as a driver’s license, passport or Social Security number, particularly early in the process.
• If a message seems suspicious, do not click links or download attachments. Contact the search firm directly using information from its official website to verify the sender and opportunity.

Our industry association, AESC, has shared additional warning signs and guidance for candidates and clients: Recruitment Fraud Alert: What Clients and Candidates Should Know