I propose that we take another look at the salary you offered me in order for you to better take into account my skills, education, and experience. If you've negotiated and gotten the offer you're expecting, it's time to officially say yes to the offer.Accepting the Offer. Verbally confirm your acceptance of the offer and follow up with a written confirmation reiterating salary, start date, and position title. When considering how to counter a job offer, jobseekers risk making several serious mistakes. We overview three common missteps. Once you have signed the contract, any further discussion of compensation is not negotiation, it is asking for a raise. Does it fit with your personal and professional goals? We explain how to structure a salary negotiation email and how to present the best case for a pay rise.