Company Representative scams, Payment Processing scams and other Employment scams.
by Juniper Fri Apr 04, 2014 7:12 pm
This e-mail came back after I answered a recruiters request from a website that I subscribe to for job searches. I also included the FULL HEADER below. I'm pretty sure this is a scam since the software "Windows XP 2002" is being included in their package. REALLY!!! It's pretty good for the most part and it almost had me then I started poking holes in it. Language used was a dead give away too. I look forward to hearing from you. ~ Juniper

Dear ,
Welcome to our Hr desk . We can now proceed with the job briefing. Please go through the following information i shall provide to you carefully and provide me with your question(s) wherever unclear to you okay. I look forward to your reply soonest. Thank you!

(Data entry / Admin clerk / C.S.R) JOB BRIEFING

Go through the following information carefully and let me know once you are done so we can proceed ASAP. The function of the Hr desk is to help you join our work team. I will be responsible for provision of details regarding the company to you. The name of our company is Biogen Idec Ltd.

Biogen Idec helped create an industry that has touched countless lives. We were among the world's first biotechnology companies, and today we are the oldest independent biotech firm in the world. From the start, when a group of scientists and venture capitalists were united by a new vision for serving unmet medical needs, the company's personality has reflected the multifaceted name of the industry we helped co-found: biotechnology. Biology is about life, about understanding the body's inner workings, about exploring new discoveries and insights to improve lives. Technology is about practical application, about making things work, about developing new products to help people.

Biogen Idec embodies both these worldviews. Scientific curiosity and courageous innovation helps us create new and important therapies; practicality makes us successful and vital to our patients. These values extend beyond our laboratories; our aim to discover better ways of doing things infuses all our work, from manufacturing and marketing to partnerships and human resources. At the same time, the practical application of our discoveries is what drives our scientists, as we seek treatments and therapies that can help patients live longer and better lives. At Biogen Idec, we are proud of our more than 30 years of contributions to the biotechnology industry and look forward to continuing to shape the future of an industry that transforms scientific discovery into advances in patient care.

Biogen Idec today:

Through cutting-edge science and medicine, Biogen Idec discovers, develops and delivers to patients worldwide innovative therapies for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, hemophilia and autoimmune disorders. Founded in 1978, we are the world’s oldest independent biotechnology company and a Fortune 500 company with more than $5 billion in annual revenues. Patients worldwide benefit from our leading multiple sclerosis therapies. To our patients, we are the trusted source of vital therapies for multiple sclerosis, such as AVONEX® and TYSABRI®. We also discovered RITUXAN®, the world's most prescribed treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. Our patients count on us not only for medications, but also for a variety of support programs that help them deal with the rigors of living with serious illness.

To our employees, we are an exciting and invigorating place to work, an ambitious and nimble company where courageous innovation is encouraged and expected — not just of scientists but of every employee. Our manufacturing people take pride in our leadership in producing biologics, with more than 100,000 liters of capacity spread across three facilities. Our customer service representatives handle more than 800,000 calls per year, offering straightforward information, assistance and patient services. Across the company, in marketing, sales, quality control and human resources, people are empowered to challenge conventional wisdom and propose better ways of doing things. To our partners and investors, we are a profitable company with a rich and diverse pipeline. We have the resources, financial strength and vision to successfully discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize new products.

CAREERS:

Looking for an inspirational career? Explore the wide variety of career opportunities at Biogen Idec and discover how you can contribute to our culture of innovation. Those who join us experience the fulfillment that comes from helping to discover, manufacture and market new treatments for serious diseases in neurology, immunology and hematology.

We offer our employees the best of both worlds: the agility and spirit of an independent biotechnology company, and the stability of a financially strong enterprise with a generous benefits package. Biogen Idec is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. Biogen Idec is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

We strive to foster a culture that encourages excellence in our employees, our processes and our results.

Cultivating a Culture of Excellence

We aim to provide a workplace culture that leads employees to focus on priorities, make crisp decisions, be collaborative, think creatively and embrace accountability. To this end, we give individuals and teams the autonomy to take calculated risks and drive development of innovative products and solutions. By empowering employees, we believe we can best leverage their unique talents and abilities to support the company’s growth.

Gauging Employee Satisfaction

We value and respect our employees’ input and encourage them to share their thoughts and concerns. We regularly survey our employees, as well as solicit feedback through roundtables hosted by senior leaders, during global employee meetings and through our compliance hotline. In 2011, we surveyed our entire employee population to gauge their satisfaction with working at Biogen Idec. Among the findings:

96 percent of employees are proud to be associated with Biogen Idec.
90 percent would recommend Biogen Idec as a good place to work.

The high participation rate of 95 percent indicates employee’s desire to be heard and be part of driving our company. Additionally, the results of this survey showed that Biogen Idec employees are highly engaged, committed to patients and supportive of our strategic direction. While employees support the messages behind our culture of excellence, the survey revealed that they do not yet see the new culture as being fully integrated internally. As a result, in 2011 we established the Best Company Task Force, dedicated to advancing Biogen Idec’s workplace culture. The recommendations of the Task Force are being carried forward by our new head of Human Resources, who is now leading the effort to identify and develop programs, processes and infrastructure that can help empower employees at all levels build the overall capability of the organization and drive business results.

Additionally, the results showed that employees are sometimes challenged by maintaining a balance between work life and personal time. In response, we are putting more emphasis on existing work-life programs, as well as identifying and implementing structural and programmatic changes to address these concerns. Helping our employees to maintain a better work-life balance will be a focus area for us in 2012.

We believe the high level of employee satisfaction has been the main driver of our low voluntary turnover rate, which was 5.7 percent in 2011. Moving forward, we plan to continue to survey all our employees annually.

The job was made available due to the upgrading of our database, our aim is to target employees who will work from home or anywhere of your choice any time that does suit you as this is strictly an online and work from home part time job. The company's working hours is flexible; you can choose to work during Morning, Afternoon and even during evening. The pay-rate is $30 per/hr and you will be paid $25/hr while under training. You will be getting your payment weekly or bi- weekly. Let me know if you are interested so we can proceed with more of the company's details and hiring procedure. We are always interested to meet likeminded individuals who can join us and help us grow and develop further, in our progressive and inspirational organization.

Benefits are: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Vacation, Paid Time Off, Tax-Deferred Annuity 403 (b) 401 ( k ) , Tuition Assistance, Comprehensive In-House Training Program, Employee Assistance Program, Relocation Allowance (for some positions), Sign-On Bonus (for some positions).

THE DUTIES ARE:

1. Create and modify documents using Microsoft Office.
2. Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing.
3. Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system.
4. Sign UPS/Fed Ex/Airborne packages.
5. Research, price and purchase supplies.
6. Assisting your attached superior to setup and coordinate
7. Meetings and conferences when needed.
8. Maintain and distribute weekly schedules to your attached online staff.
9. Collect and maintain PC inventory.
10. Support staff Attached online to you and assigned project based work

Taxes: We will discuss tax planning with you prior to the year-end and review tax law changes in order to maximize your tax saving opportunities. With an effective tax plan, you will have greater assurance of Tax been taken care of by the company. You will have to undergo an interview questionnaire/examination before we progress, so we know if you are really ready for the job opening and deserve a chance to work as a member of Biogen Idec staff.

Note: Information provided on your interview document will be recorded for reference purpose and stored in the company's database and server. Company will take full responsibility of providing the equipments required for this job and set-up a home office for you at any location you wish to work from. You will be receiving the following equipments:

Apple Laptop (Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch 2011), Laser Printer (HP LaserJet Pro M1536dnf)- (Includes; Fax machine, Scanner, Copier), Laminating machine (Scotch Thermal Laminator 2 Roller System (TL901)), Fellowes Micro-shred Confetti-cut paper shredder( Fellowes PowerShred MS-450Cs) from our certified Vendors who will be coming over to set it up for you. If you pass your interview you will be hired to work for us. Immediately you will receive your job offer letter. You will then be forwarded to your supervisor to start training. You will need software for training and to work. However, you are NOT required to make payment for your working software. The company has made provision for you to get your software pack from the vendor. Your interview personnel will help you in applying for a start up check from the finance dept. once you have been cleared to proceed (after an interview has taken place). Once the Vendors receive your payment for the listed software they will begin installation and you will be receiving your equipment via over-night shipping (FEDEX).

Software List:

BS 1 Accounting software
Myob business essentials software 2011
Peach Tree premium 2010 US Patent Single Users Pack
Simply accounting 2010
Apple Final Cut Express 3.5 HD Upgrade
Norton Ghost 9.0
Microsoft Office XP 2002 Standard Upgrade
Peach tree Premium Accounting 2011
Biogen Idec secure-comm portal v1.4
Biogen Idec time tracker patch v1.0
Biogen Idec edesk sync v1.0

NOTE:

The company formerly used to pay for these materials directly to the software retailer but looking at past records shipment took longer than expected due to the paper works to be signed and others. Then the board of directors came together and changed this procedure, so employees purchase directly from the retailer to enable the materials to be shipped directly to their home addresses. This will also prove your commitment and trust worth to the company. Your W-2 form and training contract will be coming along your working materials to be signed. The company will be taking full responsibility of providing you with the working equipment. It will take at least 2-3 days to have your home office set-up and to have you provided with the equipment (to get you started with the job: depending on how quick you are about the whole recruiting process, as you have to be rest assured we are going to provide you with a quick, less stressful experience getting on-board our team).

Let me know of any questions you might be having after going through this information and if you are prepared to proceed.

What is next?
Once all information I have provided to you is clear, proceed to contact: Ms. Ashley Melo email:[email protected] . Your interview manager would be responsible for providing you with an interview questionnaire, and getting you started with the job. Good luck!

Note: Setup an aol email before contacting your Interview manager.


Best Regards
Kurt (Roggin) Serrano
Head of HR,

Biogen Idec, USA


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by AlanJones Sat Apr 05, 2014 1:52 am
It is a fake cheque scam.

No legitimate employer asks you to pay for the equipment you need to do a job and no legitimate employer uses a free email address, which is what usa.com is.

Please do not tell scammers that they are listed here - it will take them seconds to change their fake details and their new details will not be listed for any future victims to find.

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