I got the offer; want to counter!

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lucky12th

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lucky12th
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I just received 2 offers. One in my current field, one in a new field. The new field opportunity came in $20k lower. I want to counter but have never done it before. Any advice?

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  • Amazon
    tzUE70

    Go to company page Amazon

    tzUE70
    First, go higher than your target. If they refuse, give them your target but be specific in your number

    Example:
    You: I really want to work here but I have another great offer. I am targeting 120k as my base for this role
    Them: We can’t do that
    You: I understand. I’m not sure if I can go lower than $117,450. Is that something we could do?
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    woodsyy

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    woodsyy
    It’s dependent on the company. Most orgs but especially large companies have fixed salary bands and RSU awards based on level and they aren’t going to be able to go above it, best you can do is ask and worst case scenario they just say no
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  • Depends on what you want and what you think you can reasonably ask for.
    The obvious thing is to use the other offer as leverage.
    Say "I'm interested in working here but I have another offer from company X for $Y. Are you able to make a more competitive offer?"
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    lucky12th

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    lucky12th
    OP
    Would you call the HR person or the manager that was hiring you?
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