Employment scams are fraudulent schemes where scammers pose as recruiters or employers to steal money or personal information. These scams often target job seekers by offering high-paying remote jobs, requesting upfront fees for training, or asking for sensitive data like bank details.

How Employment Scams Happen

Scammers contact job seekers via emails, job portals, or social media, offering fake job opportunities. They may conduct fake interviews, promise easy earnings, or require payment for background checks or work equipment.

Example of an Employment Scam

A scammer poses as an HR manager from a reputed company, offers a remote job, and asks for a security deposit. After receiving the money, they disappear, leaving the victim jobless and financially harmed.

How to Protect Yourself

• Research the company before applying.
• Never pay for a job offer.
• Verify email domains and contact details.
• Avoid sharing personal or financial information.