18 Aug 2025
Looking for a side hustle to bring in some extra cash? Don’t get tricked by an employment scam. BBB has tips to help you protect yourself when searching for a new gig.
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RT @GetSafeOnline: Don't fall for a job scam. There has been a big increase in recruitment scams lately, so read our advice about safer online job hunting. #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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29 Jul 2021
The current employment market has resulted in a huge increase in job scams. Don’t become a victim … read our advice on safe online job hunting #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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29 Jul 2021
Ads for jobs with a fantastic income, high pay for little work or no experience could be fraudulent, even duping you into money laundering/muling. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
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#safejobhunting #cyberscotland @GetSafeOnline
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22 Jul 2021
If you’re a victim of employment or any other fraud, report it to @policescotland by calling 101.
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#safejobhunting #cyberscotland @GetSafeOnline
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21 Jul 2021
Now that restrictions have eased even further, even more jobs are being advertised. With a huge number of people looking for work, it's a perfect storm for scammers. Please take time to read our advice before you respond to job ads #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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16 Jul 2021
Keep information such as your passport, driving licence, NI number, bank details and date of birth confidential until you’ve secured the job with a trustworthy employer. Never include them in your CV.
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#safejobhunting #cyberscotland @GetSafeOnline
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RT @GetSafeOnline: If you're job hunting, research both the advertiser or recruiter to make sure they're legal and genuine. Read our advice on #safejobhunting
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14 Jul 2021
Keep information such as your passport, driving licence, NI number, bank details and date of birth confidential until you’ve secured the job with a trustworthy employer. Never include them in your CV.
#safejobhunting #fraud getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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14 Jul 2021
If you're job hunting, you really need to do some research into the advertiser or recruiter to ensure they're genuine and legal. Read our advice on #safejobhunting
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13 Jul 2021
Make sure job sites and employment agencies are genuine with a physical address & landline number.
#safejobhunting #fraud getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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8 Jul 2021
Job hunting? Make sure emails claiming to be from prospective employers who have seen your CV are authentic and go to a legit job posting #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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8 Jul 2021
Be wary of requests for up-front payments for #DBS checks, CV services, headshots and even job applications in case they’re fraudulent.
#safejobhunting #fraud getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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7 Jul 2021
Make sure emails claiming to be from prospective employers who have seen your CV are authentic and go to a legit job posting.
#safejobhunting #fraud getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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7 Jul 2021
Did you receive a #2Good2BTrue job offer? ⚠️ Watch out, it could be a scam.
Make sure you:
✅ research the potential employer thoroughly
✅ check that the job posting is legitimate
For more tips on #SafeJobHunting, visit the @GetSafeOnline page: getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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RT @GetSafeOnline: Keep your passport, driving licence, NI number, bank details and date of birth confidential until you’ve in a job with a trustworthy employer. Never put them in your CV #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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RT @GetSafeOnline: Keep your passport, driving licence, NI number, bank details and date of birth confidential until you’ve in a job with a trustworthy employer. Never put them in your CV #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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5 Jul 2021
If you’re a victim of employment or any other fraud, report it to @actionfrauduk at ow.ly/kcM750FgUvU or by calling 0300 123 2040. In Scotland, call @policescotland on 101
#safejobhunting #fraud getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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5 Jul 2021
Keep information such as your passport, driving licence, NI number, bank details and date of birth confidential until you’ve secured the job with a trustworthy employer. Never include them in your CV #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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RT @GetSafeOnline: Make sure job sites and employment agencies are the real deal with a proper address & landline number #safejobhunting getsafeonline.org/personal/a…
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