“Validate your employer account to avoid account suspension / de-activation” scam

Summary: Scammers are impersonating SEEK and sending fake “account verification” emails to hirers. These emails claim that the recipient’s employer account is at risk of suspension or deactivation unless it is immediately verified. The message includes a malicious link that could lead to a fake SEEK login page designed to steal credentials or financial information.

This scam is an indiscriminate scam targeting multiple businesses that are in the hiring process, and not a specific hirer.

Tactic used: Scammers create a sense of fear and urgency by pressuring recipients to act immediately, claiming that their account will be suspended or deactivated if they don’t validate it by clicking the link. Fear and time sensitive threats are designed to override rational thinking, increasing the chance of credential theft.

Top recommendation: Log in directly to your SEEK employer account through the official SEEK website to verify or fix any issues. Never click links in suspicious emails. For support, directly contact your account manager or SEEK.