Keeping you and your money safe is our top priority, and we
have
stringent safeguarding measures in place to help
protect all our customers. But there are also steps you need to
take to protect yourself from fraud.
To help you identify potential scams and stay safe, we're
publishing
a series of articles on fraud protection. This article
looks at how to protect yourself from job scams.
What is a job scam?
Job scams happen when someone pretends to offer you a job, but
it's actually a trick to get your money or personal details.
These scams often target people who are actively job hunting,
especially if they're in a tough financial spot or feeling
uncertain about work.
Scammers might claim to be from real companies or recruitment
agencies, using real names and logos to make it all seem
believable. You might see their fake job posts on job boards,
social media or even in your email. They often offer roles that
sound too good to be true, like guaranteed jobs,