Email negotiation salary: How to Craft a Salary Negotiation Email (with Examples)

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How to Craft a Salary Negotiation Email (with Examples)

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Negotiating anything can be stressful. When it comes to securing a good salary, it’s hard to know the magic number that everyone can agree on, much less what you’re really worth as an employee. Both you and the company have differing priorities that don’t always align.

But most of the time, by simply asking for a higher salary, your only risk is getting a “no” in return. Since that’s the truth of the matter, it never hurts to ask during the job offer negotiation. And if they can’t meet your number or at least negotiate with you, then it’s time to decide if you can really make the role work.

The salary negotiation email typically comes after you receive a job offer. This is where you outline the salary you want and why you think you should get it. You send it to the HR representative or hiring manager who you’ve been talking to and interviewing with to ask for a higher salary than the one offered.

This all seems pretty simple. But numerous research has shown that women are hesitant to negotiate at all, even though negotiations more often than not turn into more money, or at least better benefits or other perks. This guide will walk through some stats about how women approach negotiations, tips for creating your salary negotiation email, and a few examples to get you started.

Gender and salary negotiation: Why many women don’t negotiate 

Unfortunately, research has shown time and again that women are less likely than men to negotiate their salaries, which contributes to the ongoing gender pay gap. When women start with lower salaries at one job, they make less at the next and the next and so on—they’re forever behind. 

Carol Frohlinger of Negotiating Women co-created a survey of 500 women that asks how they handle salary negotiations, if at all, and how they feel about doing it. The survey found that just 16 percent of women always negotiate their compensation after a job offer or during evaluations. Only 15 percent of women strongly believe they’re effective negotiators.

One reason for the latter finding could be that women haven’t had very good negotiation experiences. Frohlinger says, “Rather than use each new opportunity to build confidence, there is a tendency to let past experiences undermine their ability to advocate for themselves.” 

Even still, money is associated with success in many industries. Frohlinger says that “while it is about more than just salary, money is one indicator that contributes to an overall feeling of career success.

Women tend to feel more uncomfortable and apprehensive about negotiating in general. Surveys have shown that 2.5 times more women say they feel “a great deal” of apprehension about negotiating than men, and men negotiate four times as often as women. 

As Katie Shonk wrote for the blog of Harvard Law School’s Program on Negotiation, “women may be uncomfortable negotiating forcefully on their own behalf, a tendency that’s supported by evidence suggesting they face a social backlash in the workplace for doing so.”

These aren’t great numbers or facts to deal with when you’re navigating job opportunities and offers. As a woman, how can you improve your negotiation skills and get the salary you’re looking for? Next up, we’ll cover how to craft a winning salary negotiation email.

Writing a salary negotiation email: 8 tips for crafting a message with impact

You’ve just received a job offer email, or you’re due for a raise, and it’s time to write that negotiation email. These eight tips will help you send something you’re proud of, and you might just land a higher salary.

1. Don’t rush it

It may be tempting to reply to an offer right away, especially when you know you deserve more and are ready to list all the reasons why. But it’s wise to take some time and think about what you want to say and gather all applicable information. Write a few drafts of your email and remember that you have a bit of time to respond.

2. Stay professional

Another tactic women may drift toward is over-explaining everything in an attempt to justify the ask. Remember that you don’t need to give your life story or even explain why you need more money in your personal life. Stick to your qualifications and how they align with the numbers you’re asking for.

3. Be grateful but firm

You never want it to seem like you’re scoffing at an offer, especially if you actually want to work there. Show gratitude and enthusiasm about receiving the job offer so they know you’re serious about taking it. Talk about your excitement about the position. But, still be firm in asking for what you deserve. It’s more than possible to balance these two elements perfectly in an email.

4. Be super specific

It’s wise to have your ideal salary in mind before you even receive an offer. But after you see what they’re putting on the table, you need to be completely clear about what you want and why. Although ranges can be beneficial early in the job exploration process, ask for the specific salary you think you deserve when it comes down to the actual negotiation.

5. Emphasize your qualifications

You also need to make a strong case. List the qualifications you have that specifically relate to the job responsibilities at hand. Talk about your experience and how it sets you apart. Bring up particular projects where you excelled. Reference specific numbers you were responsible for that benefited your current company. This is where you can be convincing about what you’re worth and why. 

6. Back up your ask with research

Some companies may low-ball you, even while industry averages are higher. Do your research when coming up with your number. Consider including what the industry average is for your role’s salary as support for your ask. This helps you show the hiring team that you know your worth and won’t settle for less.

7. Mention other offers you received

It’s certainly acceptable to be interviewing elsewhere and considering other offers. If you’ve received a competing offer with a higher salary, but you’re really hoping to work for this company, you can bring up that offer in your negotiations. Let them know that their offer is your first choice if they can match the salary (but only if that’s really true).

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Prepare for different response scenarios

After you’ve created the perfect email and sent it along for consideration, prepare for a few different ways the negotiations could go. Often companies will accept a counter offer on the first try, but they may also try to negotiate with you a bit more. You should know what you will and won’t agree to upfront instead of waiting until they send another offer along. Also think about whether you’re willing to accept the role if they flat out say no.

Salary negotiation email examples for different scenarios  

It’s helpful to see what an effective salary negotiation email looks like. Use these examples as templates for your situation.

Example 1: Bringing in research

Dear (Hiring manager’s name),

Thank you for offering me the communications manager role at [company name]. The role sounds like it’s exactly what I’m looking for, and I feel my experience aligns well with the job responsibilities.

I wanted to discuss the proposed salary. The industry average for communications managers is around $115,000, and I believe that with my 12 years of experience as a communications specialist, that this is fair for the role. Please consider this request. 

I look forward to hearing back from you.

Regards,

(Your name)

Example 2: Discussing specific qualifications and accomplishments

Dear (Hiring manager’s name),

First, I want to say how grateful I am to have received the job offer for communications manager at [company name]. I enjoyed meeting with you, and I’m excited about the possibility of working with you in a role that I feel aligns so well with my career goals. 

However, I feel that my experience as a communications specialist for the last 12 years, combined with my BA and MA in communications, warrants a salary closer to $115,000 for the role of director. In my current position, I’ve overseen numerous projects to promote [current company]’s brands and products and, in conjunction with the marketing department, we’ve increased the marketing ROI by 15%. I thus feel that this salary more closely aligns with the value I’ll be bringing to the role.

Thanks again for the offer, and I look forward to hearing more from you.

Regards,

(Your name)

Example 3: Discussing other offers

Dear (Hiring manager’s name),

I was thrilled to receive the offer for the communications manager position with [company name], especially after learning more about the role and meeting with the team.

Before I accept, I want to discuss the base salary. I have received another offer from a different company for a similar role with a salary of $115,000. My first choice is [this company], however, so I’m prepared to accept if you are able to match this salary.

I’m excited about the possibility of working together, and I look forward to hearing back from you.

Regards,

(Your name)

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Salary negotiation email — 8 examples and template

Unhappy with your starting salary? Don’t settle for less!

Here’s our tips on negotiating higher pay:

How to write a salary negotiation email

The cost of living crisis means many of us are struggling to survive with our salaries. The solution? Negotiating a higher salary.

Salary negotiation emails aren’t easy to write, but they are essential if you want to increase your earnings (and who doesn’t?). Typically, you’ll negotiate your salary when you accept a new job, but you can also attempt to get a raise when you get an internal promotion.

If you’re wondering how to negotiate a salary, we’ll break down the process for you into simple steps. We explain how to structure a salary negotiation email and how to present the best case for a pay rise.

To illustrate the principles, we provide 8 salary negotiation email templates. Next time you negotiate your salary via email, you’ll get more by following our advice!

If you need help, the fastest way to nail a professional tone, grammar and format is using Flowrite:

Why negotiate your salary?

So many jobs nowadays don’t advertise a salary. Instead, they say something like, “tell us your salary expectations.”

In other cases, they provide two figures – a lower and an upper figure. This means that the salary is negotiable, and you have leeway.

When the company makes you an offer, in most cases, they’ll try and pay you the lowest they can. There’s nothing wrong with that; they’re a business, after all. You need to know that, in most cases, there is some flexibility in the starting salary. But you’ll need to fight to get a raise.

Some people find salary negotiations to be complicated. They’re worried that the business may remove the offer. But you have to put this aside. Salary negotiations are, in most cases, part of doing business.

As long as you are polite and professional with everyone, you won’t have a problem. If you’re rude or unreasonable, that’s another story. 

The bottom line is you can and should attempt to negotiate your salary if you think you should earn more. 

Should you negotiate salary over email or phone?

The first question is: can you negotiate salary over email? Yes, of course, you can! So many of us now work flexibly that we may never get to meet and chat with our bosses in person.

Email is a great way to negotiate a raise because it lets you present a complete case. You can highlight why you deserve a raise (excellent performance, significant achievements, another job offer, etc.). 

Some guides suggest asking for a raise in person, but we disagree. Firstly, it may not be possible for you to meet your new manager in person.

Secondly, sending an email enables you to set out your case for a higher salary, provide evidence, and offer reasons why.

Lastly, an email enables you and your manager to save face if the answer is a hard no.

Will an email on its work? Probably not. You’ll likely need to speak to your manager, HR team, or senior boss to get any raise signed off, but that’s OK. The email is the start of the process.

How to ask if the salary is negotiable via email

Salary negotiation emails have to strike a delicate balance. The truth is that no boss or business wants to pay you more unless they have to. So your negotiation email must provide what we call a little peril. What’s peril? It’s a subtle (and, in some cases, not so subtle) suggestion of the consequences if you don’t get a salary raise. 

Let’s illustrate this with an example. Compare the two:

  • Can we discuss my starting salary?
  • I’ve been offered another job. Can we discuss my starting salary?

Which do you think will get the best response?

OK, so you may not have been offered another job. But there are several other ways you can raise the issue of your salary:

  • I’ve discovered others in the business are earning more than me. Can we discuss my salary? 
  • I’ve just landed a MASSIVE contract for us. Can we find time to discuss my salary?
  • I’m highly qualified and can deliver from day 1. Can we chat about my starting salary?
When should you send a salary negotiation email?

Salary negotiation emails are typically sent when you’ve been offered a new job (or accepted a promotion). Usually, your employer will provide you with a contract and salary. You must negotiate the salary before signing a contract or accepting a role.

Because once you sign a contract, you agree to the terms and conditions, which could make negotiating a salary impossible (as well as unethical). 

The crucial thing here is to craft messages that present your case and are positive but aren’t rude or pushy. We illustrate this approach below, but you can spot the difference between these two approaches:

  • I’ve received your job offer. Before signing, we need to discuss the starting salary.
  • I was delighted to receive your job offer and am excited to join such a great company. However, I have some questions about the offer and wanted to discuss the starting salary.

Sure, the second one is longer and less direct, but think about which one you would prefer to receive – and which one is likely to get the best results?

Salary negotiation email format

We’re almost ready to get into some of the salary negotiation samples, but before we do, here’s how to format your messages. The salary negotiation email format is relatively simple; there’s a subject line, body, and sign-off.

But you will have to be sensitive in how you approach salary negotiations. Be too weak, and you’ll receive a firm (but polite) no. Be too pushy, and you could risk upsetting the recipient. Here are some tips on how to strike the right balance.

1. Subject line for salary negotiation email

Firstly, ask yourself if you need to create a subject line? Then, if you’re responding to a job offer email, you can directly reply to that email. 

However, in many cases, you’ll need to message the HR manager or your boss, and you’ll need to select a subject line. Some guides tell you to use your name and add something about salary negotiation. Of course, you could just go straight for it and tell them it’s a salary negotiation email, but it’s probably better to make it a little less direct. Here are some sample subject lines for salary negotiation emails:

  • Can we chat about the starting salary?
  • Starting salary – can we chat?
  • Thanks for the offer. We need to chat about the salary
3. Body of salary negotiation email

This is where you’ll need to get a little creative and dig into the details. Firstly, start with a compliment and then go straight into the purpose of your message. 

  • I was delighted to receive your job offer. Before accepting, I would like to chat about the starting salary.

The purpose of this email is to present a case for why you’re negotiating a salary (you currently earn more, you’ve been offered a job elsewhere, you have significant experience, and so on). But you must also remember this is about encouraging a conversation, so don’t give everything away. Here’s an example:

  • I’ve reviewed your proposed starting salary, and it doesn’t match with similar roles I’ve seen advertised elsewhere. I have significant experience and believe that my starting salary should reflect this.

See how it works? You don’t just ask for more; you justify your requests with a reason (or reasons).

3. How to end a salary negotiation email

As we’ve explained before, it’s unlikely that your new boss or the HR team will simply up your salary after receiving your message. Instead, you’ll likely need to have a meeting or a call, so take charge and push for it. Here are a few examples of how to end a salary negotiation email:

  • Can we arrange a time to meet or chat through my request?
  • I’m free to talk about this on (date/time). Can you make it?

Sign off with a thank you and your name and contact details.

8 salary negotiation email samples

Here, we put into practice our expert advice with 8 salary negotiation samples that you can use. In addition, we provide negotiation samples for some of the most common reasons you’ll need to ask for more money, as well as how you can manage the process of counter negotiations, how to request a pay rise after a promotion, and more. 

1. Negotiating salary after job offer email sample

Before accepting a job, you’ll want to ensure you’re getting the salary you deserve. This sample message can be used to negotiate your salary after you’ve received a job offer.

Of course, you want to ensure that your message is positive and indicates that you’ll accept the job (if you want it), but that salary is a stocking point that needs to be overcome. Here’s how to negotiate your starting salary after being offered a position.

Hi (Recipient’s name),

I was delighted to receive your job offer. However, before I accept, I wanted to discuss the starting salary.

I have looked at the starting salaries of similar roles, which are much higher. I also have several years of operating at this level, with significant transferable experience.

Please let me know if you are free to discuss my starting salary and whether there is room for negotiation. You can contact me at (insert details)

I’m sure we can find a starting salary with which we’re both happy.

Kind regards,
(Your name)

2. Counter offer salary negotiation email sample

If your employer returns with an offer, you have two choices: stick with it or ask for more. In this counteroffer salary negotiation sample, we’re positive about the offer but push for a little more. The worst they can do is say no!

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thank you for your recent email and your salary offer. While I’m pleased you have increased the starting salary, it still doesn’t match my current salary. Please can you reconsider your proposal?

I can provide examples of similar roles with highest salaries and provide evidence of my experience should you require it.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks,
(Your name)

3. Salary negotiation follow-up email sample

Sometimes, your employer may take some time to respond to your salary negotiation email. If that’s the case, you can use this salary negotiation follow-up email sample to encourage them to act.

Hi (Recipient’s name),

My name is (your name), and I was recently offered the position of (job name).

I recently sent you an email explaining that, before I accept, we will need to negotiate my starting salary.

Please confirm that you have received this email, and when can I expect a reply?

You can contact me at (insert details) should you need to discuss anything.

Yours sincerely,
(Your name)

4. Email HR for a salary negotiation sample

In many organizations, it’s not the recruiting manager in charge of salary negotiations but the HR team. You’re less likely to offend an HR team member, so you can get straight to the point and ask for an increase in your salary. Here’s an effective email to an organization’s HR team to negotiate your starting salary.

Hi (Recipient’s name),

I recently received an offer for the position of (job name). 

While I am happy to accept, I would like to discuss with you the starting salary. Unfortunately, the starting salary is too low because (insert reasons).

Is there any possibility of negotiating the starting salary, and how do we manage this process?

I am keen to accept the role but must ensure that it’s on acceptable terms.

Yours faithfully,
(Your name)

5. Promotion salary negotiation email sample

Congratulations on your promotion; now, let’s secure the pay you deserve. You’ll need a good reason to request an increase in your salary, so be sure to provide details. Thankfully, you will be messaging someone you already know so that you can be a little less formal.

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thanks for offering me a promotion to the role of (job name). I’d love to accept, but I would like to discuss my starting salary before I do.

I have checked out similar roles externally, and the starting salaries are much higher. Please let me know if there is room for negotiation and how we begin this process.

Thanks,
(Your name)

6. Reply to email for salary negotiation samples

Sometimes you may need a little time to think about a salary offer. If that’s the case, this simple reply for a salary negotiation sample will get you a little extra to decide what’s suitable for you and your career.

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thank you for your recent email with details about the starting salary. I can confirm that I have received it. 

I need a couple of days to consider my options. Then, I’ll send you an email with my decision on (insert date).

I appreciate your patience.

Kindest regards,
(Your name)

6.1. Accepting job offer after salary negotiation email sample

If you’ve received an acceptable salary offer, it’s time to do the right thing and accept! Here’s our sample for getting a job offer after salary negotiations. 

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thank you for your recent email with details of the increased starting salary for the (job name) position I would love to accept!

Please send me a copy of the contract, and I can sign it and return it to you. 

I’m looking forward to working with you. Don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions or need anything else from me.

Many thanks
(Your name)

6.2. How to respond to a rejected salary negotiation email sample

Sometimes an employer can’t match your requirements, and if you decide to walk away, you’ll need to do so professionally. Here’s how to respond to a salary negotiation that you’re rejecting. We advise you never to close the door, as your prospective employer may choose to up their offer. 

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Many thanks for your email with details of the increased salary. Unfortunately, at this time, it’s not high enough for me to accept.

Please understand my position. I would still be interested in the position if you could reconsider the starting salary. To avoid misunderstanding, my preferred starting salary is (insert details).

Please let me know if you are open to discussing this. If not, I wish you well with your recruitment process.

Many thanks,
(Your name)

7. Salary negotiation with current employer email sample

In some situations, such as being offered a job somewhere else, you may want to request a boost to your salary. Of course, you don’t get anything without asking, and if you need to ask, use our salary negotiation with your current employer sample!

Hi (Recipient’s name),

I am contacting you to request a meeting (or phone call) to discuss my current salary. I’ve researched similar roles (or seen them advertised, have colleagues who earn more, have been offered another job, etc.) and want to discuss my options.

Please let me know a suitable date/time to chat about this.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks in advance,
(Your name)

8. Entry-level salary negotiation email sample

It’s just executives that negotiate salary, right? Wrong! Anyone can ask to negotiate their paycheck, but most lack the confidence to do so. Here’s an example of an entry-level salary negotiation email. 

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thank you for offering me the position of (job role). I would be delighted to accept, but I wanted to ask whether we could discuss the starting salary.  

I believe the starting salary doesn’t reflect my (skills, experience, market conditions, other comparable roles, etc.)

I’m more than happy to meet and discuss this or do a call to find a solution that works for us all.

Please let me know when you’re free.

Kindest regards,
(Your name)

Salary negotiation email template

Didn’t find what you were looking for in our salary negotiation email samples? Here’s a salary negotiation email template that you can adapt and use for your specific circumstances. Don’t forget to fill in the gaps for each section within this negotiating salary email template!

Hi (Recipient’s name),

Thank you for your job offer (insert details). Before accepting, I would like to discuss the salary.

I believe the current salary offer doesn’t reflect my (skills, experience, seniority, achievements, etc.).

Please let me know what the process is. I believe that, between us, we can agree on a starting salary that we are both happy with.

I am available at (insert contact detail and dates and times).

Kind regards,
(Your name)

Flowrite’s email template for salary negotiation

There is no 100% right or wrong approach to requesting a raise or promotion, but having an effective email template, using proper grammar and email format will help.

This is where Flowrite comes in. Flowrite’s AI-powered smart templates can help you craft better emails, ensure top notch grammar and nail the correct format, every single email.

Our tool turns your words into ready-to-send emails using artificial intelligence, like this:

Final words on salary negotiations

This article isn’t a guide on negotiating your salary, but it shows you how to start the salary negotiation process.

A firm but fair salary negotiation email to a recruiting manager, HR department, or boss is the right way to kick off the journey to a bigger paypacket. (If you’re searching for tips on how to negotiate salary offers, this from the Harvard Business Review is a great place to start. )

We’ve focused on the building blocks of effective salary emails, but you’ll need the confidence to create them and send them. Never be afraid to demand more if you deserve it. If you follow our advice on creating professional emails, the worst they can say is no – and the best they can say is yes!

How to request a salary by e-mail? – Wiki Reviews

“Thank you for offering me (the position). I am happy to work with your team. Before accepting your offer, I would like to discuss base salary. Although I prefer your company, I received another offer with a higher base salary (above $______).

How do you ask about the expected salary by e-mail? In that first email, I ask, “What are your salary expectations?” If the person answers: “I am looking for a salary of $ XY “But I know that the position pays less than this, I will inform the candidate that his expectations are higher than the position and ask if they are still interested in the telephone…

How to write the expected salary?

Here are some tips to help you list your expected salary on your resume:

  1. Find out the average salary for your position and skill level.
  2. Please indicate that your salary is negotiable. …
  3. Show off your flexibility. …
  4. Personalize your expectations for every job. …
  5. Keep it short.

How can I find out my salary for the last month?

I would like to ask for my unfinished salary for the last two months, which I did not receive due to ill health. Please make sure to work on it as soon as possible because my flight is in a few days. I will be very grateful. Thank you in advance.

How do I know if the salary is negotiable?

Here are the most important questions to ask if you want to discuss a pay rise in depth:

  1. “Can I discuss this offer?” …
  2. “Apart from basic pay, what other benefits are discussed?” …
  3. “How did you calculate this number?” …
  4. “What are the prospects for a pay rise or promotion?”

How would you answer, what is your current salary?

Your answer might be: “ My salary is X, my bonus is usually Y , for a total package of about Z. ” Protect yourself after sharing the number. for something like opportunity or growth or why you should earn more,” she says

What should I say when discussing salary

11 words and phrases to use in salary negotiations

  • “I’m very excited about the opportunity to work together.” …
  • “Based on my research…”…
  • “Market”…
  • “Appreciate”…
  • “Employees in a similar position”…
  • “Is this number flexible at all?” …
  • “I would be more comfortable if…”…
  • “If you can do it, I’m on board.”

What should I ask for salary and benefits?

Employee benefits questions

  • Does the company offer health insurance?
  • Will it cover members or my family and me? …
  • How much of the insurance premium do I have to pay? …
  • Can I choose different coverage levels? …
  • What is the coverage for dental, vision and disability insurance?

How can I ask for a higher starting salary?

You can and should negotiate a better starting salary, and here’s how.

  1. Do your research. …
  2. Ask more questions. …
  3. Take some time to consider the offer. …
  4. Show off a little. …
  5. Always ask for more. …
  6. Don’t just think about money. …
  7. Get everything on paper.

What should you say when an employer asks for a salary?

You can also answer “What are your salary expectations?” simply by asking how much the company wants to pay. “You could say something like, ‘That’s a great question – it would be helpful if you could share your range for this role,'” Fink says.

What are your salary requirements?

You can try to get around the question with a broad answer, for example: “ My salary expectations match my experience and qualifications . Or, “If it’s the right job for me, I’m sure we can negotiate a salary.” This will show that you are ready to negotiate. I offer an assortment.

How do you respond to salary negotiations?

Your answer: “ I’m interested in finding a job that suits me . I’m sure that no matter what salary you pay, it matches the salary of the rest of the market.” In other words, I respect myself and want to think that I can respect this company Question: I need to know what salary you want to make you an offer.0003

How to write a letter to negotiate a salary?

I am thrilled to be able to work for [Company Name] as [a / an / the] [Position]. With my [2-3 qualifications/skills or summary of major past accomplishments] I am confident that I will achieve great results for [Company Name]. However, before signing the offer, I would like to discuss the base salary.

What is your expected salary response template?

Based on my experience, knowledge and skills, I would expect to receive a salary in this range. I am open to discussing my salary expectations. However, considering my salary in my previous position and my industry knowledge and experience, I believe that a salary in the range of $70,000 to $80,000 is fair.

When can I ask about salary?

Most employers expect to negotiate a candidate’s desired salary. in the first or second interview . Once they indicate that they would like to propose, consider it an invitation to ask a few questions. Before discussing salary, start with questions about benefits and other areas of compensation.

What are 5 tips for negotiating salary?

Here are 5 tips for negotiating salary:

  • Know your worth. Sites like payscale.com and glassdoor.com are great resources to find out what the average salary is for people in similar positions. …
  • Timing is everything. …
  • Be realistic. …
  • Don’t ask too often. …
  • Don’t be afraid to ask.

How do you answer why you deserve this salary?

How to answer the question “Why do you deserve this job?”

  1. Explain how you fit into the corporate culture. Describe how you can fit into the employer’s culture. …
  2. Highlight your skills. …
  3. Refer to your professional experience. …
  4. Highlight your passion for the industry.

How do you say you will accept a lower salary?

The first step is to say Thank you . Maintain a respectful tone and tell the hiring manager how much you appreciate them for taking the time to interview you. However, make it clear that the salary they offer is too low for you to accept – that you know your worth and are ready to support it.

How do you answer the salary question on the application?

The application form may contain the Current Salary field. You have several options:

  1. Leave the field blank.
  2. Enter zero or enter No.
  3. Enter “N/A” (not applicable or not applicable).
  4. Enter a sequence of numbers, such as 123456 or 11111.
  5. Enter the target or actual wage figure in the field.

How do you say “salary negotiation” in email?

Dear (Name) , I am very happy to be offered the position [Position] at [Company]. However, before accepting your offer, I would like to discuss the base salary for this position. Although [Company] is my first choice, I received another job offer with a higher base salary (______ USD).

How do you discuss salary at an interview?

Use salary resources such as Indeed Salaries to learn about current trends and job opportunities in your city. Specify a range, not a specific number. Build the salary conversation around what is fair and competitive. Don’t try to negotiate until you get a formal job offer.

How do you ask about salary in an interview?

Say: “I want to respect my time . I am looking for a specific salary range. Can we talk about this beforehand? “You may find that the interviewer has the power to split the overall salary range. If they ask what you’re looking for in a salary, be honest.

How do you approach salary in an interview? salary discussions during interviews, do not share with the hiring manager what you are currently doing . Instead, focus on having them share the salary range they are willing to pay.

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What is the key to successful salary negotiations

A. Taranin

What is the best salary increase to ask for. 10-15%

salary increases are usually the easiest to ask for and receive, career consultant Svetlana Maksimenko writes in the book “The Main Secrets of Successful Salary Negotiations”

20-40%

increase can be requested when transferring to a new position

50%

only real professionals who can hardly find replacements can demand a pay increase

In October of this year, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shocked the participants of the conference on women in the computer industry with an unexpected statement. He advised the fair sex never to ask for a raise from their employer. One must “know and trust that the system will reward you on your career path,” he announced instructively.

The statement caused a storm of indignation. Moreover, the problem of the wage gap between men and women is now being widely discussed in the United States. In response, Nadella immediately circulated an email to all Microsoft employees. He apologized for what he said and wrote: “If you think you deserve a raise, you should just ask for it.” But not everyone believed in his sincerity.

Nadella seems to have stepped on a sore spot for many. According to Salary.com, in 2014, 55% of Americans were hesitant to talk about a pay raise with their employers. And the companies themselves did not seek to raise salaries for employees. Towers Watson surveyed 1,100 US companies and found that in 2014, only 4.5% of employer-successful employees received a pay raise. Among ordinary workers, this figure was even lower – only 2. 6%.

The picture is the same in Russia. Companies are now waiting for developments and do not raise salaries, Svetlana Maksimenko, head of the Career Formula consulting center and author of the book The Main Secrets of Successful Salary Negotiations, shares her observations. Now even the very question of a salary increase may, in her opinion, sound inappropriate. Many of her clients would rather fight for a higher salary in an interview with a new employer than ask for a raise from their own company.

Selling short

“Employers often come to us for trainings and seminars asking how best to motivate employees. In fact, behind this lies an elementary desire to pay less and exploit more,” says Konstantin Savkin, business coach and author of seminars for owners and top managers. In large companies, he continues, the motivation system is often based on a simple explanation: you do not have such large salaries, but you work for a large brand and have access to cutting-edge technologies and the best developments. This is nothing more than a sort of wage cut game. An employee accepts these rules if he does not realize the true value of his skills and knowledge. “Many do not even realize what good specialists they are. The employer easily imposes his point of view on them,” the expert is convinced. The interlocutor of Vedomosti, who refused to give his name, said that he had left a stable job from a large company because he could not get a salary increase. Now he has a higher salary at a small computer firm.

Another common situation: the manager’s KPIs are strictly tied to the organization’s costs. It is beneficial for him that employees receive less than their subordinates are unaware of, adds Pavel Bukov, CEO of the consulting company RQLab. In such companies, the employee has little chance of getting a raise. The advantage is always on the side of the employer.

Feedback

Still, one must ask for a raise, Maksimenko insists. In her salary book, she quotes an owner friend who said, “In the 20 years I’ve run the company, I’ve never given anyone a pay raise unless they asked me to. Why? Why pay more if everyone is happy with everything anyway?

Olga Podlesnaya, former director of public relations at ROCIT, says that she received several salary increases after speaking honestly with her superiors about her accomplishments: I deserve a raise.”

In recent years, a whole cohort of top managers aged 28-45 has grown on the Russian market, who, unlike ordinary employees, are well aware of their own worth, consider the company as a resource for achieving personal goals and negotiate wages with owners toughly, shares Savkin’s observations. He knows top managers who go to interviews with competitors twice a month just for the sake of prevention – to know their market value, increase their shares in the labor market and talk to the employer from a position of strength.

According to Savkin, the wage war that top managers announced to companies is a natural result of the evolution of the Russian labor market. Companies could not continue to impose their rules of the game indefinitely. Now it’s coming back to them like a boomerang.

Companies protect themselves

An employee’s salary must be justified, and if the company goes along with the employee and starts paying too much, it will suffer losses, Bukov explains the position of the employer. There is nothing surprising in the fact that the company protects its interests by setting conditions for the employee.

An employee can only apply for an increase in salary if the range of his duties has increased. Or he said that he is taking on additional functions, says Natalya Fedrushkova, owner and CEO of Smartberry Event Solutions.

You need to justify your claim rationally, adds Yulia Sadykova, HR Director of the Fomline group of companies. “You can, for example, say: I implemented a project that turned out to be profitable, this effect would not have happened if I had not done this and that,” she says and notes: an employee should remember that asking for a salary increase is always risk. The conversation can turn out to be unpleasant if the employee has the wrong idea that his work and results are worth more money.

And Daria Solovieva, former HR director of Scartel (Yota brand), is completely convinced: “If a person is a good fellow, then the company knows about it. They will not forget about him and raise his salary. And usually those who are less successful come to ask for a raise.

In search of reconciliation

If the company does not have the opportunity to raise wages, it can give the employee the opportunity to officially earn extra money, especially if there is a downtime at the main place of work at that time, decided Ruslan Gainanov, founder and CEO of the project employment exchange company for specialists of the computer industry “Team-Force”. “Imagine that a large company employs qualified developers who, after completing a project, wait a whole month for the next project. They have a pause in their work. We offer them at this time to earn extra money in the project of another employer,” he says.