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I this one of the Marketing 100% commision scam jobs ?

WeiJie
WeiJie Posts: 4 Newbie
edited 10 January 2013 at 1:38PM in Employment, jobseeking & training
Hey guys

I have bean reading a thread about jobs like these and it seems that the interview that ive been offered for [text removed by MSE Team] to be a scam or the kinf of job where you only get commision for what you are able to sell ?? I have the interview on Monday at 3pm [text removed by MSE Team]. I need to know if it is. If it is then I wont bother going.

The job description is below .



Sales and Marketing Assistant:

Are you competitive and looking for a place to prove yourself?

Want to work in a team environment where you can be challenged?

Need to be in control of your future and your earning potential?

If so, we want to hear from you!

At [text removed by MSE Team] we’re looking for people with a positive attitude and a passion! The industry we operate in relies heavily on performance. We offer product-training workshops to provide you with the knowledge you need to succeed, so no specific experience is required! Graduate trainees are welcome & rapid growth opportunities are available!

[text removed by MSE Team] is a young marketing company with experience representing clients in the telecommunications, entertainment, and home repair industries. We promote our client's products through B2B, B2C and event-based sales campaigns in [text removed by MSE Team] . We currently have openings for Sales & Marketing Assistants to represent our growing client in the home energy industry.

We’re looking to meet growing client demands to expand around the UK and into Europe over the next 2 years. In order to achieve these expansion goals we need people that can get passionate about becoming a successful business partner! We need people that care about their future and their earning potential to complete our Business Development Programme and get the opportunity to oversee their own clients and/or markets! The faster the better because the more people we work with the more clients we can represent.

Requirements:
In order to represent our clients, you’ll need to be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the UK. Full time availability is ideal since the more you put in, the more you get out. Growth opportunities are based on results and initial earnings are based on completed sales. A solid work ethic, strong communication skills and professional image will greatly increase your chance of success.

For consideration:
If you think you have what it takes, send your CV to our Business Development Team through the online application process. Covering letters are not necessary as long as you are prepared to answer questions on the phone and in person. Successful applicants will be invited to meet with us straight away and may be invited to spend a full day observing a member of our company in action. This is helpful in determining if you have what it takes to succeed in our industry.

Comments

  • slim1690
    slim1690 Posts: 45 Forumite
    It sounds a lot like one of the "self employed" scam jobs.
  • hcb42
    hcb42 Posts: 5,962 Forumite
    sounds dodgy to me as well
  • pawsies
    pawsies Posts: 1,957 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker I've been Money Tipped!
    Sounds like what my oh did for a bit. Totally commission based and no one likes door-door salesmen!
  • maninthestreet
    maninthestreet Posts: 16,127 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    We currently have openings for Sales & Marketing Assistants to represent our growing client in the home energy industry.


    sounds like selling solar panels to gullible homeowners.
    "You were only supposed to blow the bl**dy doors off!!"
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