negotiation of salay?

Question

I am applying for a new job. What should be the answer to a question such as "how much do ‎you expect?" or "what is your current remuneration package?" I do not want to provide any ‎information about my expectations in order not to loose the bargaining advantage i.e. I might ‎quote a figure which is less that they have in mind for the job.‎

Answer 1

find out how much employees usually make starting off at that job.

Answer 2

get your duck in a row before the interview. know the range for your job you are applying for. if the benefits package is a big deal then go in a little lower and ask for consideration on the benefits.

My daughter recently graduated from arch. design. when she talked to me about it. the company that she had interned with wanted to hire her full time, salaried. she had checked around and with the college, she knew what the salary range was, she also knew how shorthanded they were, so that was an advantage. She chose to ask for a bit lower than middle of the road, but she also asked that her health ins go into effect immediately instead of the 90 day wait, and that the 1 yr internship count toward the 1 yr wait before she could start depositing to her 401k. The went for it

the benefits were important to her because since she graduated, she was no longer covered under her dad's coverage.

so do some homework, and see what you can live with, and be prepared to give reasons why you can live with those numbers. Most employers will appreciate the fact that you have put the time into it enough, it shows that you want the job.

Answer 3

My best opinion for you, being an executive member of a bargaining unit, the way to answer a question like that is to do a little research yourself about area jobs with similar titles or positions. Then once you have like 5 or 6 companies with there salary tables, then you can estimate from there based on the company you are applying, (ie, the size of the company, employee wise and budget). Once you have done your research then you can request and average salary based on a scale or plus or minus. say like 5-6 k. remember its almost like selling a house sometimes its ok to ask for a little more then you think they are going to offer and negotiate down from there. Also remember what type of background do you have, is your work experience, education and training add up too what your asking, most employers weigh their decision not only on their immediate budget, but they think you are worth to the company.

Good luck

Answer 4

do a bit of research on pay ranges within the sector and position you are interviewing for - guides such as the occupational outlook handbook can provide some guidance as well as the Internet - don't focus on how much to get but what you really need at this moment in time - also check out their web-page and see if they have an HR page - remember that benefits are also part of the pay package so just don't focus on salary as well

Answer 5

First of all, you get nothing if you ask for a "salay".

Never ask for a salary 5-10% higher than what you are making now.

Thirdly never lie or hide anything. They can call you boss and find out everything about you. Then that goes into their database, and they will never give you a job in your life.

Answer 6

Whatever you do, don't accept a salary you will be unhappy with. Don't let them low ball you. Stand your ground but also be reasonable since they have the final decision.