Scammers may reach out to you with job offers in order to obtain your personal information or request payment.

Job advert scams are not always obvious to detect, but here are some things to look out for when dealing with a scammer:

• It’s a message that you weren’t expecting
• It comes from a number or email address you don’t recognise
• If it contains a link – please avoid clicking it
• It offers unrealistic salaries or working arrangements
• They are asking for money or personal details
• The advert is poorly written and contains spelling errors

How do I report a scam?

If you’ve already shared information with a potential scammer, you should report the scam to Action Fraud as soon as possible.  If you have sent money, notify your bank immediately and inform them of the situation.

Report scam texts by forwarding them to 7726 – a free reporting service provided by phone operators.

Scam emails can be reported by forwarding the email to report@phishing.gov.uk

Please remember – our team will never make any suspicious requests and we will never request payment from jobseekers.

If you wish to contact us directly, please contact us at  office@carletonrecruitment.co.uk

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