When you review job opportunities on Get on Board as a professional, checking for warning signs before applying can protect you from scam listings.
Common warning signals
- Unrealistic salary or benefits promises without any role details.
- Missing or unclear information about the hiring company.
- Pressure to move the conversation outside the platform too early.
- Requests for money, transfers, or personal financial data.
- Mismatch between role title, responsibilities, and requirements.
A single signal does not always confirm fraud, but multiple signals together are a strong reason to pause.
How to evaluate a posting before applying
- Check whether responsibilities, seniority, and conditions are clearly explained and realistic for that type of role.
- Look up the company’s profile on Get on Board—does it look real and complete?
- Confirm that what is offered is consistent with standard hiring practices for that role and market.
- If something looks off, do not share sensitive data and gather context to report.
If you are unsure, take a safe next step
When in doubt, prioritize your safety and use the reporting flow inside the platform. You do not need to be certain that fraud has occurred to submit a report—any posting with multiple warning signs is worth reporting.
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