Fake job offer red flags

What fake job scammers want

• Your CV: Name, address, phone, employment history — perfect for identity theft
• Your money: Upfront fees for training, DBS/vetting, uniform, or visa
• Your documents: Passport, PPSN, bank details — for identity fraud

The 10 biggest red flags

• Any request for money during the hiring process
• Job title does not match the responsibilities
• Salary unrealistically high for an entry-level role
• Recruiter contacts you without you applying
• Recruiter email uses Gmail or Yahoo not a company domain
• Passport or PPSN requested before any interview
• Hired without a real interview
• Pressure to start immediately
• Job description is vague or identical to other listings
• Recruiter cannot be found on the company website

How to verify a job offer

• Go directly to the company's official website and find their careers page
• Call the company's main switchboard to confirm the vacancy
• Search the recruiter's name on LinkedIn independently
• Use our job checker above