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How to negotiate your salary or working conditions

Receiving a job offer is great news, but it is sometimes necessary to negotiate certain aspects to align with your expectations. How do you approach negotiation without fear?

Real scenario

Thomas has received an interesting offer, but the proposed salary is below his expectations. He wants to negotiate without risking the opportunity.

Why negotiate?

  • You assert the value of your skills and experience.
  • You secure better working conditions.
  • You lay the groundwork for a healthy professional relationship.

Tips for success

  • Prepare your arguments (experience, market rates, added value).
  • Stay polite and open to discussion.
  • Be ready to compromise.

Email examples

Subject: Negotiation of salary conditions for the [position] role

Hello [contact's name],

Thank you very much for the job offer for the [position] role. After taking the time to consider the offer as a whole, I would like to discuss certain aspects, particularly the salary and working conditions.

I believe that a reassessment of these elements would better reflect the experience and skills I can bring to your team. I would be happy to discuss this in more detail at your convenience.

Thank you for your consideration.

Best regards,
[First name Last name]

Subject: Let us discuss the salary conditions for the [position] role

Hello [contact's name],

Thanks again for the offer for the [position] role. Before giving my final answer, I would like to discuss a few points regarding salary and working conditions. I think there is room to adjust some elements so the offer better matches my expectations.

I would be happy to talk about it in more detail — when would you be available?

Best,
[First name Last name]

Tips

Be clear about your expectations while remaining open to discussion.

FAQ: salary or conditions negotiation

When should I negotiate?

As soon as you receive the offer, before giving a definitive answer.

What if the company refuses?

Assess whether the offer is still attractive or whether you prefer to decline.

Can I negotiate things other than salary?

Yes — remote work, hours, benefits, responsibilities, and more.

Key takeaways

  • Prepare your arguments.
  • Stay polite and open.
  • Use one of the templates above to save time!

Need other templates? Check out our articles on accepting, declining, or following up after an offer.