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Scammer says-“Hi there, How are you? Could you please let me know if you are still seeking employment at your comfort level? I received your resume via email from CareerBuilder. This is a work-from-home opportunity that offers no startup costs and weekend pay. This position is already been filled,We currently have a vacant position available,which is the position of a Personal Assistant.I run a Art Gallery and tend to operate a high cost of operation and want to cut down my expenses by employing a Personal Assistant I travel a lot and get my hands occupied because i work with other companies in and out of the country,so it is imperative for me to have a worthy Personal Assistant who can monitor and keep me up to date with my activities. This position is flexible and you can be in any location, working with me is basically about instructions and following them. There is also a very sensitive issue on trust and accountability which I believe will resolve itself as time goes on.My only fear is that I may need you to perform an assigned task in a timely manner sometimes, so I need someone who can meet up with executing assigned tasks in a timely manner. I need your service because I am constantly out of town and presently in Toronto,Canada. I will return to the states in five weeks time so this process will be on going till then.If you don't mind,I will meet up with you when I return and then we can discuss about the possibility of making this long term.As a Personal Assistant your activities among other things will include Duties and Responsibilities • Sort and verify bank transactions • Verify keying of data and correct errors • Perform other related duties as assigned • Running personal errands • Work independently without much supervision To perform this job successfully,must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily ** Weekly Pay: $500.00 ** Hours: 8-10 Hours Weekly ** Days: 1-3 days Weekly Do confirm acceptance of this position by providing the below details Full Name: Mailing Address: City : State : Zip Code: Current Job: please NOTE,you must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for this job”

Targeted Person's Location

WI, USA - 54216

Scammer Information
Scammer location logo

Toronto, ON -

Mail logo

Unknown Email

Mobile logo

(448) 204-9789

Web logo

None used-said he found me off CareerBuilder and received my resume on there.

Scam Type

Employment

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Business name

Undisclosed-I was told he was an Artist

Date Reported

July 24, 2025

Scam ID

1022611


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