Recruitment Fraud Advice & Guidance

Please be aware of recruitment scams.
Apply only via official Rolls-Royce channels.
Never divulge personal information if you are unsure of the authenticity of a request.

We are aware that incidents of fraudulent recruitment activity are rising – most often involving individuals or organisations falsely claiming to represent Rolls-Royce.

These scams can involve fake job offers, false interviews and even requests for personal or financial information as a part of a recruiting process.

Rolls-Royce take these matters very seriously and want to help you to stay protected throughout your job seeking.

Here are some things to be aware of:

  • Rolls-Royce will never ask for a payment or personal banking information at any stage of the recruitment process.
  • Rolls-Royce only ever contacts candidates through official channels and all applications for jobs must be submitted via careers.rolls-royce.com to be considered.
  • Avoid engaging with or responding to any suspicious emails or messages. If in doubt, verify the sender’s email address by hovering over it to check that it ends with rolls-royce.com.
  • All Rolls-Royce vacancies will be visible on careers.rolls-royce.com To verify the authenticity of any role, please check it is listed on the careers website and apply via that page.

If you think you or someone you know has been the victim of such fraud, please report the matter to the police and/or the platform on which it occurred.

Thank you for your interest in joining Rolls-Royce. We are committed to providing a safe and secure recruitment experience to every single candidate.

Frequently asked questions

What is recruitment fraud?

Recruitment fraud involves scammers falsely claiming to represent Rolls-Royce for the purpose of deceiving job seekers. Such schemes may include false interview invitations, requests for personal or financial information, fake recruitment processes and/or job offers.

What are the warning signs of a recruitment scam?

Be alert for these red flags:

  • Requests for payment or banking details during the application process
  • Job offers from email addresses not ending in @rolls-royce.com
  • Positions not listed on careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs
  • Unsolicited job offers via social media or messaging apps, such as WhatsApp
  • Pressure to provide personal information quickly
  • Promises of guaranteed employment in exchange for fees
How is Rolls-Royce protecting candidates from recruitment scams?

Rolls-Royce takes recruitment fraud seriously and is committed to providing a safe, secure recruitment experience. The company:

  • Only accepts applications through careers.rolls-royce.com.
  • Communicates exclusively via official @rolls-royce.com email addresses.
  • Never requests payment or banking information.
  • Provides clear guidance to help candidates identify and avoid scams.
  • Encourages reporting of fraudulent activity.
Where can I find current Rolls-Royce job openings?

All genuine Rolls-Royce vacancies are published on the official careers website: https://careers.rolls-royce.com If a job isn't listed there, it is not a legitimate Rolls-Royce opportunity.

Do Rolls-Royce advertise on job boards?

Always verify any Rolls-Royce job posting by checking if the role is listed on careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs. While we do share legitimate positions on authorized job boards, the safest approach is to apply directly through the official Rolls-Royce careers website, to ensure authenticity.

How do I apply for genuine Rolls-Royce jobs?

Apply for authentic Rolls-Royce positions only through the official careers website at careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs. All legitimate Rolls-Royce vacancies are listed on this platform, and applications submitted through other channels will not be considered.

How does Rolls-Royce contact job candidates?

Rolls-Royce contacts candidates exclusively through official company channels. All legitimate communication will come from verified @rolls-royce.com email addresses, and recruitment processes are managed through our official Workday careers portal.

How do I know if a Rolls-Royce email is real?

A legitimate Rolls-Royce recruitment email will:

  • Come from an address ending in @rolls-royce.com
  • Reference a position listed on careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs
  • Never request payment or banking information
  • Direct you to the official Workday careers page for applications
  • Use professional language and official Rolls-Royce branding
What should I do if I receive a suspicious Rolls-Royce recruitment email?

If you receive a suspicious recruitment communication:

  1. Do not engage with or respond to the message.
  2. Verify the sender's email by hovering over it to check it ends with @rolls-royce.com.
  3. Check careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs to see if the position exists.
  4. Do not click on any links or download attachments.
  5. Report the fraud to relevant authorities.
What information will Rolls-Royce never ask for during recruitment?

Rolls-Royce will never request:

  • Payment of any kind (such as application fees, background checks, visa sponsorship, equipment, processing fees, interview fees, or training fees)
  • Personal banking information or account details
  • Money transfers
Do Rolls-Royce ever ask for payment during recruitment?

No. Rolls-Royce will never request payment or personal banking information at any stage of the recruitment process. Any such request is a significant sign of recruitment fraud.

How can I confirm a Rolls-Royce job offer is legitimate?

To verify an authentic Rolls-Royce job offer:

  • Check that the offer relates to the vacancy that you applied for on careers.rolls-royce.com/jobs
  • Verify the sender's email address ends with @rolls-royce.com (hover over the email to check)
  • Confirm all communication comes through official Rolls-Royce channels
  • Never trust job offers received through unofficial platforms or social media
I think I've been scammed by a fake Rolls-Royce recruiter. What should I do?

If you believe you've been a victim of Rolls-Royce recruitment fraud:

  1. Stop all communication immediately.
  2. Report to police – file a report with your local law enforcement if you believe it to be an example of recruitment fraud.
  3. Report to the platform where the contact occurred, for example LinkedIn, Indeed, email provider, etc.
  4. Report to fraud prevention authorities – these may vary by country.