The case of Brazilians Phelipe Ferreira and Luckas Viana, who became victims of a human trafficking scheme after false job offers, reinforces the need to adopt a cautious and well-informed stance when considering job offers abroad. Giulia Lorena Mandri, human resources (HR) specialist at Wyser, executive recruitment unit of the multinational Gi Group Holding, says that situations like this highlight the importance of adopting a careful stance throughout the entire selection process
"THErecruitment process follows a clear structure, with steps that include initial approach by HR, interviews with managers and, frequently, videoconferences. Beware of processes that do not include, at least, a video interview, especially for positions abroad. Serious companies care about getting to know the candidate better and providing transparency about the position, explain Giulia
The expert emphasizes thatprior research on the recruiting companyit is essential. Before applying, the interested party must investigate the history and reputation of the organization, whether it is the direct employer or a third-party consultancy. Official sites, searches in internet search tools and even reviews on career platforms can provide important clues about the company's credibility
Another point of attention is the salary issue. Although working abroad offers financial advantages, be wary of excessively high salaries for the offered position. Use reliable platforms to compare the average salary in the country and in the specific currency, highlights Giulia
Furthermore, the process oflegitimate international recruitment tends to be longer, since it involves the issuance of documents for visas, housing and other legal requirements. The specialist emphasizes that, in your experience, the complete flow — from the initial approach to the start in the new position — it takes about three months
A offer letter or hiring proposalis another essential element. "No serious company fails to provide a detailed document containing salary", benefits and location. "Never accept an opportunity without this formalization", alert
Finally, Giulia recommends paying attention tolanguage used in communications. Grammatical errors or command-tone words can indicate fraud, even in English. Use translators or artificial intelligence tools to evaluate the text, "if the language is not familiar", advises
Growing desire for international opportunities
Oneglobal survey conducted by the Ipsos institute in partnership with Gi Group Holdingreveals an increase in the desire of Brazilians to seek professional experiences abroad. According to the study, 70% of respondents expressed interest in working outside Brazil, while 63% find the idea of establishing an international career attractive. These numbers reflect growth compared to 2021, when the indices were 60% and 59%, respectively
"These data show how essential it is for professionals to be well-guided and prepared to take advantage of international opportunities safely and successfully", highlights Giulia
