Impersonating SEEK HR Managers to offer fake remote jobs as Bitcoin ATM Assistants

Summary: Scammers impersonate SEEK HR managers and other individuals typically authorised to offer jobs. They contact people by text message, offering fake remote positions as Bitcoin ATM assistants and promising high pay for just 15 minutes of work.

Tactic used: Creating a false sense of reward and excitement. Scammers pressure people to act quickly without thinking about the risks. This tactic is effective because, as humans, we are naturally drawn to quick monetary gains with minimal effort.

Top recommendation: Verify anyone who contacts you unexpectedly. Contact SEEK directly to confirm whether the person is an HR manager and whether the role is legitimate. Do not rely solely on information provided through the original message.