I was thrilled to receive your email! Thank you so much for the Position Title opportunity. Before I can formally accept the proposal, I need to discuss base salary. With my 2–3 industry-specific sources of value and history of summary of achievements, I know I will bring great value to Company Name.
Dear Hiring Manager's Name, I appreciate the time and effort you have taken to consider my requests and negotiate the offer. I understand the constraints and recognize the value that Company brings to my career. With this in mind, I am pleased to accept the final offer.
5 Steps to Respond Effectively to a Low Salary Offer Acknowledge the Offer. Always start by thanking the employer for the offer and expressing your interest in the position. Express Your Salary Concerns. Present Your Case. Research and Present Data. Open the Negotiation.
I appreciate the opportunity to join Company Name as Job Title. I am writing this email to discuss the proposed salary. Based on my qualifications and the industry standards, I anticipated a salary closer to Your Desired Salary. I am keen to work together to find an agreeable solution.
Just say that you're excited for the offer and ask if there's anything they can do to bump up the salary. Don't give a specific number unless you absolutely have to. There's always wiggle room in the first offer because they expect you to negotiate. Don't listen to the people saying it's too late now.
I accept your offer, and I am looking forward to getting started on Start Date. Thank you for all of the work you put into developing an offer that all parties could agree on. As we discussed, my salary will be Dollar Amount, and I will receive Negotiated Benefits.
Just say that you're excited for the offer and ask if there's anything they can do to bump up the salary. Don't give a specific number unless you absolutely have to. There's always wiggle room in the first offer because they expect you to negotiate. Don't listen to the people saying it's too late now.
You can improve success with e-mail negotiating by following these guidelines: Meet upfront. Continue to build rapport. Have a well-established goal. Brainstorm offline. Stamp out conflict. Ask more questions, not less. Keep the climate positive. Sprinkle in the personal touch.
Suggest a Specific Amount: Propose a specific salary that you feel is fair and justified. Invite Further Discussion: Show that you are open to negotiation and discussion. Close Professionally: Thank them again and express your hope for a positive response. Dear (Hiring Manager's Name),