Complaint Review: XPM CONSULT

I received an email from "Steve Henderson" saying that he found my resume on career builder, which holds my ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER, AND EMAIL, to be impressive. He stated:

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest.

I received your resume in response to my recent job posting on Career Builder for the position of PERSONAL ASSISTANT. The posting has generated enormous response from interested candidates.

I reviewed your resume and I am impressed. Your background and experience most closely fit the needs of this position.

My consulting firm has been in existence for over 10yrs in Ontario, Canada and we are setting up a satellite office in the United States in two weeks from now. Due to my busy schedule, I am always in need of a permanent PERSONAL ASSISTANT to carry out the duties listed below:

-              Maintain the general filing system and file all
-              Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, and conference telephone calls
-              Make preparations for corporate meetings
-              Respond to inquiries
-              Provide word-processing and secretarial support
-              Type confidential documents on a word-processing system


Skills:

Excellent in English, both verbal & amp; writing effective verbal and listening communications skills, Time management skills.

Personal Attributes:

The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties related to the office. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following additional attributes:

1.            Be honest and trust worthy
2.            Be respectful
3.            Be flexible
4.            Demonstrate sound work ethics

Basic salary $1,000 weekly / $4,000 monthly without taxes.

Direct mobile number: (647) 704-7405 Company website :

http://www.xpmconsult.com

If you are interested, your response will be appreciated.

Kindly reply this email with your phone number and the best time to call so we can set up an interview.

Regards,
Steve Henderson

*I responded asking him where they would be locating in the United States, and he responded with:

Dear ***

It is my pleasure to inform you that you have been selected to become my Personal Assistant in the United States. Statistics show that a resume and interview do not guarantee success, especially in the Information Technology field.

However, you will undergo a 90 days probationary period to ensure you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities required to do your job satisfactorily.


I will call you to discuss your job duties in detail.

My arrival date is June 29th, 2012 when we shall meet in person. Our Downtown office will open officially on July 2nd, 2012 when you will be presented an Employment Contract.Orientation and Training will commence on July 3rd, 2012.


Salary of $2000(after tax) is paid bi-weekly;

2-weeks' vacation time and pay annually, and benefits include: Medical, dental, visual insurance and combined profit sharing (bonuses) at the end of each year.Working hours: 9am - 5pm.  Monday - Friday


Your job will officially start before I leave Canada... Which means you will work from home till I arrive in the States, and help where necessary so as to make our transitioning to the States easier.

A laptop will be provided to create efficiency in your duties. A disc containing XPM platform (software) will be mailed to you.A check will be sent to you to coordinate some purchases such as  stationery, and secure accommodation (hotel) for me and other delegates attending the official opening of the US office.

You will also be required to make a report of tasks assigned to you on or before June 29th, 2012.Please confirm your address in order to mail the check, and disc(software).

 Ensure you pick phone calls and check your email regularly.  Regards,Steve HendersonXPM CONSULT.(647) 704-7405

*I started to feel suspicious and did some research and found that other people on this site have received the same email.