At CEL Solicitors, we support victims of job scams, job fraud and work from home scams. Our expert team helps people recover lost money and take action against fraudsters.
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Job scams are fraudulent offers where criminals pose as employers or recruitment agencies to trick people into handing over money or personal information. These scams can come through job boards, social media, emails, or messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram.
Scammers often promise high pay for simple work, such as remote roles or completing easy tasks. They might ask for upfront payments for training, equipment, or background checks. Sometimes, they trick victims into sharing bank details, ID documents, or other personal data as part of the application process.
Once the scammer has what they want — money or information — they usually disappear and cut off contact. Sometimes, victims are targeted again with more fake job offers, or their details are passed on to other fraudsters.
This type of scam is especially harmful because it preys on people actively looking for work, often leaving them out of pocket and emotionally drained.
Be wary of being offered a job without going through a proper interview process. Legitimate employers typically want to speak with you before offering a position.
Spelling mistakes, strange email addresses, or overly casual language can all be signs that a job offer isn’t genuine.
If you’re asked to pay for training, equipment, or admin fees before you’ve even started, it’s a strong warning sign. Real employers don’t charge you to work for them.
Scammers often create a sense of urgency. If you're told to act fast to avoid missing out, take a moment to step back and reassess.
A legitimate job advert will clearly explain what’s involved. If it’s unclear or sounds too easy for the pay being offered, it may not be real.
Never hand over bank details, passport copies, or National Insurance numbers early in the application process — especially if you haven’t confirmed the legitimacy of the employer.
Fraudsters use legitimate job platforms like Indeed, LinkedIn, Reed, or Total Jobs to post fake job listings or impersonate real companies. Their goal is to trick you into sharing personal or financial information, or to pay for training or equipment upfront. Always verify any requests for payments or sensitive details.
These scams promise flexible remote work but often require upfront payments for equipment or training. Others exploit victims with pointless tasks or “missions” that never lead to payment. Part-time job seekers and those supplementing their income are common targets.
Fake job offers are shared via messaging apps like WhatsApp or Telegram. Scammers pose as recruiters from legitimate companies, promising high pay for simple work, but first ask for personal data or advance fees. Be wary of unsolicited job offers on these platforms.
Victims receive an offer for a genuine-looking job but are asked to buy specialist equipment or training before starting. Sometimes they’re given fake cheques to cover costs, leaving them out of pocket when these bounce.
Scammers offer jobs involving receiving packages and sending them elsewhere. Often, these packages are paid for with stolen credit cards or contain illegal goods. Victims never get paid and may unknowingly assist criminal activity.
Also called “mission scams,” these involve promises of good money for reviewing products or completing surveys. Initially, victims may withdraw some earnings to build trust, but after a significant deposit, the scam platform closes, and the money disappears.
These schemes ask victims to recruit others to earn money, often selling products like health supplements or courses. The “job” is really a pyramid scheme that benefits only those at the top, leaving most people with losses when it collapses.
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Job scammers use a range of tactics to find their targets, often focusing on people actively looking for work. They post fake adverts on popular job boards, use social media to promote vacancies, or reach out directly via email and messaging apps. In many cases, they target people who have recently uploaded a CV or expressed interest in remote or flexible roles.
Some scammers use personal data leaked in previous breaches to tailor their messages, making them sound more believable. Others impersonate real companies, cloning their branding and even using fake job offers that seem genuine at first glance.
Once they’ve made contact, scammers often move the conversation to encrypted or unregulated platforms like WhatsApp or Telegram. This helps them avoid detection and makes it harder for victims to trace them later on.
If you’ve been caught in a job scam, report it right away to your bank and the police. CEL Solicitors specialise in recovering money lost to job scams. If your bank refuses to assist, we will fight for your rights.
Thousands across the UK have trusted us to help reclaim money lost to job fraud — we’ll support you with care, expertise, and determination. Just Tell CEL.
Speak to our friendly team today. You are not alone, and you may have a case.
At CEL Solicitors, we have a dedicated team of financial recovery experts who specialise in helping clients recover money lost to scammers.
We carefully review all the financial transactions related to your case. If we find that a financial institution could have done more to protect you from fraud, we will make a formal complaint on your behalf and seek compensation.
If the scammer can be identified and has assets, we can also take legal action against them to recover your money.
While every case is different and recovery is not always guaranteed, we are relentless in supporting you to get the best possible outcome.
Yes, we can help trace and recover money lost to cryptocurrency scams.
Our experts use specialised software called Chainalysis Reactor to follow the trail of cryptocurrency transactions on the blockchain. This helps us identify where the funds have gone, often to a crypto asset exchange provider, so we can work on recovering them for you.
Yes, you can contact your bank or financial institution directly to try to recover your money. If you’re unhappy with their response, you have the right to make a formal complaint.
However, if you choose to work with us, we bring technical knowledge and legal expertise to give you the best chance of success. We’ll handle the complex steps for you and can represent you if the case needs to go to court.
You’re not alone in this — we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
No, we work on a no-win, no-fee basis. If we are unsuccessful in recovering your money then you won’t pay us a penny. We also offer free initial, no-obligation advice so you have nothing to lose by getting in touch with one of our friendly advisors today. We can start working on your case as soon as you formally instruct us, and our paperwork has been signed. Additionally, you have a 14-day cooling-off period, after you’ve signed our initial documents if you change your mind.
When you’re dealing with a legal issue, whether it’s a scam, a housing dispute, or a case of professional negligence, it’s important to know you’re in safe hands.
We understand that many of our clients come to us after being misled, mistreated, or let down. It’s only natural to feel cautious when choosing a law firm to support you.
CEL Solicitors is a fully regulated law firm. We don’t ask for any upfront payments, and we work on a no-win, no-fee basis wherever possible, meaning you won’t pay us a penny unless your claim is successful.
You can confirm that CEL Solicitors is genuine by checking our credentials:
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Our SRA number is 633955.
CEL Solicitors is a trading name of Cheshire Estate and Legal Limited (company number: 10370954).
You’ll find us listed on the SRA’s official Solicitors Register – just click the SRA badge at the bottom of this page or visit the SRA website.
We’re also listed on the Law Society’s ‘Find a Solicitor’ tool. This is a free and trusted way to check legal professionals.
If you’re ever unsure, just tell CEL. We’ll help you verify everything for yourself.
We use a variety of approaches to help recover your money, tailored to your specific case.
First, we investigate whether the financial institution involved could have done more to detect or prevent the fraud. If so, we make a formal complaint and seek compensation from them.
If the scammer can be identified and has assets, we can take legal action to recover funds directly from them.
To support this, we work with specialist forensic accountants who trace where the money has gone. We also have a trusted network of law firms around the world to help recover funds hidden offshore or in other countries.
Our team is committed to pursuing every possible avenue to get your money back.
“No-win, no-fee” means you won’t pay us anything unless we win your case.
There are no upfront costs and no hidden charges. If your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t owe us a penny. If we win, our fees will be taken from the compensation we recover for you — and we’ll explain all of this clearly before you sign anything.
It’s a simple promise: if you don’t win, you don’t pay.
It’s common to feel responsible if you authorised a payment that turned out to be fraudulent. You might think there’s nothing you can do, especially if your bank has refused to refund you.
But don’t lose hope. We specialise in the financial rules, regulations, codes of conduct, and legal processes that can help challenge those decisions and recover your money.
Our expertise is why our fraud recovery success rate is so high — and why many clients who initially thought they had no options have been able to get their money back.
If you’re worried about fault, just tell CEL. We’ll guide you through your options with care and honesty.
At CEL Solicitors, we help clients recover money lost to a wide range of Authorised Push Payment (APP) frauds. These scams trick you into authorising payments to fraudsters, often through highly convincing stories or pressure tactics. Common types include:
Investment scams: Promises of high returns through trading, cryptocurrency, or other ‘opportunities’ that turn out to be fake.
Impersonation scams: Fraudsters posing as trusted organisations like banks, the police, HMRC, or utility companies to get you to send money.
Romance scams: Scammers build trust by pretending to be a romantic partner, often overseas, before asking for financial help.
Crypto scams: Fake cryptocurrency investments or exchanges designed to steal your funds.
Advanced fee fraud: Requests for upfront fees to release non-existent loans, prizes, or inheritances.
Purchase scams: Payment for goods or services that never arrive, such as vehicles or electronics.
Invoice scams: Fake or altered invoices sent to businesses or individuals to divert payments.
Job scams: Fraudulent job offers requiring you to pay fees or provide money upfront.
If you’ve been targeted by any of these scams or similar ones, you’re not alone — and we’re here to help you take back control and recover what you’ve lost.
Get in touch now to see how we can help you recover from fraud.