SCAMHystar.com Reports & Reviews (2)
Hystar.com Contacts
Hystar.com associated photos:
View Photos
Website: |
hystar.com
|
E-mails: |
Sign in to see |
Social networks:
If you know any contact information for Hystar.com, help other victims by adding it!
Add new contacts
Hystar AS Hiring Scam
Initial Contact:
The first email I received came from a Gmail address, and it started with the phrase "Dear Prospective Employee"—a red flag right off the bat. The email came from someone claiming to be the Lead Talent Specialist. I didn’t apply for this job, which raised more questions. The tone and formatting of the email also seemed off, with strange spacing and errors. The second email was from [email protected], which isn't the format of their company's email address.
The Offer:
The offer seemed promising at first, stating that I’d be working remotely as an Administrative Assistant for a new Hystar AS branch in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The offer included an hourly rate of $28.75, which would supposedly equate to about $59,800 annually. However, the numbers didn’t add up. When you calculate 40 hours per week at that rate, it doesn’t match the promised annual salary, even if you account for paid holidays or leave time.
Discrepancies:
Salary Calculation: According to the offer, I’d be making $28.75/hour, but when I did the math, the numbers didn’t make sense for a full-time position. The annual salary was listed as $59,800, but with a 40-hour workweek, that number is much higher than what it should be based on the hourly rate. A salaried position would make sense, but this seemed inconsistent for an hourly one.
Payment Frequency: The offer stated that I’d be paid weekly, but when I mentioned that I preferred bi-weekly pay, they didn’t respond to my request. This lack of flexibility and unwillingness to address my concerns felt off.
Request for Personal Information: I was also asked to submit personal information, including W-4 and I-9 forms, before receiving a formal offer or even having a phone interview. This is a major red flag, as legitimate companies typically don’t ask for this information until after an official offer is extended and terms are clearly agreed upon.
Inconsistent Job Titles: The person who reached out to me mentioned speaking with a hiring manager named “Hans,” but his role appeared to be different when I checked the company’s website. This inconsistency in roles made me question the legitimacy of the offer.
Additional Red Flags:
Unusual Communication: The person who contacted me told me to download the Telegram app to conduct the interview. This is a tactic often used by scammers to avoid being caught.
Unsolicited Job Offer: I did not apply for this position, nor did I have any prior contact with the company. This is a typical approach for job scammers. Finally, I was told that I'd be sent a check to set up my remote working space and purchase accounting programs I'd need for the job. There are currently numerous job scams, whereby people send you checks for equipment or supplies and then tell you to electronically send the remaining funds back to them.
Scammer's address Wilminton, DE, USA
Scammer's email [email protected]
Country United States
Type of a scam Employment
Initial means of contact Not applicable
Employment Scam