My employer photocopied one side of my credit card?

This sounds VERY strange to me. Normally an employer just asks for your bank account details, and all they actually need to pay you is your sort code and account number. Those are on the front of your debit card but he certainly doesn't need the long number, and if it's a credit card rather than a debit card, a photocopy of the front is no use at all. I would certainly have asked why.

I never heard of making a copy of one's Credit Card as a hiring requirement. That said, if you are concerned, call your bank and ask information on how to have your card number changed. I would like to believe they will be able to help you. There is no reason to be alarmed just yet but take your precautionary measures.

Good luck!

Would appear the employer expects you to steal. and wants a way to charge the thefts. Certainly sounds very strange.

I have heard of companies (and especially Governments) paying by crediting debit/charge cards, instead of checking/savings accounts.

Just because someone, even someone in authority, asks for your credit card doesn't mean you should just hand it over. Make them explain why.

Ask you manager why they needed a copy of your credit card. at least they don't have the security code from the opposite side.

Odd. You need to give bank details for him to make a deposit.

All I can think of is that lots of staff order pizzas and this way they have your card on record. Odd. Ask him.

Yes.