Offer letter question

So I had an interview early this week and they contacted me yesterday saying they will be sending me an offer (yay!) The question I have is if their offer is lower than what I requested am I able to counter that or is the offer a "set in stone" type thing?

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NetworkNewb

Definitely able counter!!

bpenn

I know if the offer is a government job it may be set in stone but if not, then I say definitely go for it.

Dyasis

Ok, thanks! I'm just nervous they will be like "uhhhh no, that was our offer, bye" this company is almost my dream job and has a lot of growth to it, so I don't want to blow my chance

636-555-3226

Don't forget that counter-offers frequently include more vacation days, if you're into such things.

cyberguypr

Unless the offer says something to the effect of "final" or "non-negotiable" I really doubt anyone will get offended by you trying to negotiate. MY only advice is to craft an intelligent, well-researched response as to why you deserve more money.

supasecuritybro

Negotiation is part of the offer process. Like stated before me unless it states that its non-negotiable you should be fine. Make sure to not just look at money. Benefits can play a large part of taking a lower salary as well as other benefits. If you do not have to pay for medical insurance for you or your family (huge cost saving) or time off or even education cost covered. Dont go into it narrow minded and be confident in your statements. Also having a budget that shows you what you are able to live with is important. sometimes being able to work in an environment that is helpful to grow as a professional (under a mentor in your field) is great but the salary is not amazing, but it allows you to provide for you and your family, might be worth it.

rsutton

It's common practice to negotiate salary, even if it happens after the offer letter has been sent. I do this with more than half of the candidates that apply at my company. It's important that you word it in a way that is respectful, reasonable & not as an ultimatum. I recommend doing this over the phone.

nascar_paul

rsutton wrote: »

It's common practice to negotiate salary, even if it happens after the offer letter has been sent. I do this with more than half of the candidates that apply at my company. It's important that you word it in a way that is respectful, reasonable & not as an ultimatum. I recommend doing this over the phone.

Why over the phone? More of an 'on the spot' moment that could possibly more accurately reveal the amount budgeted for the position? Or is it just easier and quicker to negotiate verbally?

DoubleNNs

I think he meant over the phone as opposed to via e-mail.

rsutton

nascar_paul wrote: »

Why over the phone? More of an 'on the spot' moment that could possibly more accurately reveal the amount budgeted for the position? Or is it just easier and quicker to negotiate verbally?

It's easier to say no VIA email, so your chance of a successful negotiation is going to be better over phone (or in-person).