How do I renegotiate a job offer?

Question

I was recently offered a job and foolishly accepted the first offer that they made me, but have since learned (via salary calculator) that I should have asked for more -- MUCH more. (The 25th percentile was $7k more, the 50th percentile $14k more, and the 75th $29k more.) Come to think of it, I do remember the person who would/will be my supervisor being pleasantly surprised when I told her my asking range.)

My only possible saving grace is that I haven't signed any paperwork. Do I have room for renegotiation, or have I already shot myself in the foot? And if I do ask for more, how do I go about doing so?

Answer 1

Make it clear to the company that you will work for the 'agreed' amount for three months only when re-negotiations will have to take place. Start the job and prove your worth far more than you are being paid. Make your position irreplaceable and your asking price should take you to the highest level.........good luck.

Answer 2

If you have not signed an employment agreement you can legally reopen negotiations; however, you run the risk of losing the job. But, let's think for a moment how big that risk really is. Also think about whether you want to be stuck in a job where your employer is taking advantage of you.

First, is it really a big risk on your part to renegotiate your salary. I would just inform the employer that you have received updated information that clearly shows that your proposed salary is way below the industry standard. Of course, he will point out that you set the salary when you told him what you needed/wanted. But, that statement was BEFORE you learned what was really fair in your situation. Based on the new data you need to rethink your position. What will the employer do? If the market is really much higher than your were offered won't he have to increase the compensation for that position to meet the market with other applicants? In other words he will have to pay a reasonable salary for someone to do the job. Why not you?

Second, I would thing long and hard about going to work for someone who will take advantage of his employees in this manner. I am sure you will be upset about the situation from day one. I wouldn't put myself in such a situation and I wouldn't recommend that you do it either.

Best wishes,
Berry

Answer 3

That's a tough one, my friend, you kinda put your foot in your mouth because you already settled on a salary. Can't think of a way to help you.

Answer 4

Try looking at different jobboard's website. They usually have tips and Q &A 's You can always use google and search for your question.