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Job offer doesn't smell quite right - is this a scam?

Almost certainly yes, it is a scam. A quick google search "Alimentiv job scam" gave me the following LinkedIn page about an open job opportunity at Alimentiv. It contains the following ...
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How do you ask about job position number one after interviewing for job position number two?

Talk to the hiring manager/recruiter and say words to the effect: "I see that you are also advertising for Position One, I think my skills and experience would also be a good fit for this role ...
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Backing out of a job offer after verbal offer but before receiving/signing formal offer

You can leave a job or withdraw an application at anytime. I would personally wait until you have the written offer in front of you - then review all the terms. If you don't wish to proceed, then the ...
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Committing for a shorter time than employer wants

All employment is risky. The seniority of the position hardly changes this. If they are already thinking about reasons why you shouldn't join then that is a clear indication of a poor employer If they ...
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Leased worker: Better position, same company, 2 different hiring companies, not yet started

I went to the interview at P2. I was open with the new manager and explained the situation. He said "It is business and strictly professional. I am sure the other manager is also a professional&...
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Backing out of a job offer after verbal offer but before receiving/signing formal offer

An offer, either verbal or written, is precisely that - an offer - and you're not under any obligation until you formally accept it. For all you know, there might be unacceptable terms tucked away in ...
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How could I ask my future employer if I can work remotely?

"What is your company's policy on hybrid/remote working?"
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How do you ask about job position number one after interviewing for job position number two?

Since you applied for both and they only interviewed you for one of them (as opposed to ghosting you), I think they probably don't see you as a good match for position one. You could reach out to HR ...
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Employment Verification

Will a current employer perform employment verification for more than 1 potential employer? I am currently in Notice, but 2 companies are starting background checks simultaneously. Company A whose ...
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Job offer doesn't smell quite right - is this a scam?

Very rarely can this be real, but it is usually not as great as described. I've had one once where there wasn't any interview, etc., but such a pay raise and everything does indeed sound quite like a ...
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Received job offer restricting cell phone use, permitting workspace searches -- is this normal?

After discussion of why the employer has done this, if it is justified to have a one-size-fits-all solution, and if there are legal issues or not, I find there is really only one question that matters:...
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