Specialist guides on care when accepting proposals for work abroad

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 attitude when considering work proposals abroad. Giulia Lorena Mandri, a specialist in Human Resources (HR) at Wyser, an executive recruitment unit of the multinational Gi Group Holding, says that situations like this highlight the importance of adopting a judicious posture throughout the selection process.

The translation of "O" from Portuguese to English is simply "O". However, without more context, it's impossible to know if this is intended as: * **The letter O:** A single letter. * **The definite article "the" (masculine singular):** As in "O livro" (The book). * **An interjection:** Expressing surprise, pain, or other emotions. Similar to "Oh!" in English. More context is needed for an accurate and natural translation. the recruitment process follows a clear structure, with steps that include initial approach by HR, interviews with managers and often video conferences. Be wary of processes that do not include at least a video interview, especially for positions abroad. Serious companies are concerned with knowing the candidate better and offering transparency about the VACANCY”, explains Giulia.

The expert emphasizes that previous research on the recruiting company 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 websites, searches on Internet search tools and even evaluations on career platforms can provide important clues about the credibility of the company.

“Another point of attention is the salary issue. Although working abroad offers financial advantages, be wary of excessively high salaries for the position offered. Use reliable platforms to compare the average salary in the country and in the specific currency”, Giulia points out.

Furthermore, the process of legitimate international recruitment tends to be longer, since it involves the issuance of documents for visas, housing and other legal requirements.The expert points out that in her experience, the full flow 'from the initial approach to the beginning in the new position ' TAKES about three months.

THE offer letter or proposal for hiring it is another indispensable element. “No serious company fails to provide a detailed document containing salary, benefits and location. Never accept an opportunity without this formalization”, he warns.

Finally, Giulia recommends attention to language 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”, he advises.

Growing desire for international opportunities

One global survey conducted by Ipsos Institute in partnership with Gi Group Holding it reveals 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% consider the idea of establishing an international career attractive. These figures reflect an increase compared to 2021, when the indexes were 60% and 59%, respectively.

“These data show how critical it is that professionals are well-oriented and prepared to take advantage of international opportunities in a safe and successful manner”, Giulia points out.