Hey everyone, I’m in Oregon and I just got a message from a LinkedIn recruiter. They want me to talk to a French employer via WhatsApp or Telegram to discuss a technical expert consultant position. I’m kinda worried about it… should I be forced to use a specific app to apply for a job? What are my legal options if I think this is a scam? I don’t want to lose control of my laptop or phone by clicking some link.
That sounds sketchy to me… I wouldn’t trust a recruiter asking for WhatsApp or Telegram info. Have you tried searching their profile?
I had a similar situation once. I just told them I prefer to talk over Zoom or something secure. They backed off pretty quickly!
I think it’s okay to question this. You shouldn’t feel forced to use a particular app for job applications. Stay safe!
For legal options, you might want to consult a lawyer about it… just to be safe.
IDK why they want to use those apps. I’d be worried about scams too. Keep your info private!