Urgent scam warning issued to job hunters
Briefly

A significant surge in advanced fee job scams has been reported, with victims losing substantial amounts of money. Scam advertisements promise lucrative remote work but require upfront fees for fake necessities like training and background checks. Young job seekers, particularly those aged 18 to 34, are disproportionately targeted by these scams. The scams often originate on social media and involve deceptive marketing tactics, leading victims to incur financial losses and potential criminal records. Lloyds Bank has raised awareness about the severe implications of these scams.
Job seekers are facing significant financial losses and potential criminal records due to a staggering 237 percent surge in 'advanced fee' job scams this year.
Victims typically lose £1,420, with some reported to be out of pocket by over £5,000 from these fraudulent schemes.
These scams often disguise themselves as remote work or content roles, disproportionately targeting young job seekers aged 18 to 34.
Scammers entice victims with fake job offers involving simple online tasks and demand upfront fees for supposed necessities.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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