This template provides a structure to help you write an effective salary negotiation email. It includes input fields for you to fill in with relevant details such as the hiring manager’s name, the company name, position title, and the salary offered. The template also provides guidance on what to include in the email and how to make an effective counteroffer. By using this template, you can ensure that your email is well-crafted and appropriate for a successful negotiation.
Template
Main Topic:
Salary negotiation email
Input fields required:
Hiring manager's name: {{hiring_manager_name}}
Company name: {{company_name}}
Position title: {{position_title}}
Offered salary: {{offered_salary}}
Counteroffer: {{counteroffer}}
Writing structure:
- Thank the reader for the offer and express enthusiasm for the opportunity: {{generate}}
- Explain why you are worth more than the offered salary and make a counteroffer that is reasonable but higher than the initial offer: {{generate}}
- Provide examples of qualities, skills, or experience that make you a valuable asset to the company and justify your request for a higher salary: {{generate}}
- End on a positive note by expressing your commitment to the role and discussing possible solutions that are mutually beneficial to both parties involved.: {{generate}}
Using this template
Basic usage of the template:
- Input all the main data fields in curly brackets
- Going in order, generate the desired text
- Don’t be afraid to undo and generate again
Some possible ideas for modification/customization of the template:
- Replace the {{generate}} with a more personalized introduction, such as thanking the hiring manager for their time and expressing enthusiasm for the opportunity.
- Include links to relevant work portfolios or samples of your work to demonstrate your value.
- Provide a detailed list of qualifications, experience, and skills that make you a valuable asset to the company.
- Emphasize how much you admire the company and its mission statement in order to further justify your counteroffer.
- Make use of persuasive language throughout the email to create a sense of urgency in the negotiations and increase your chances of success.
- Add additional points of discussion such as benefits and future bonuses that can help bridge any gaps in salary expectations.
- Include an estimated timeline for when you expect to hear back from the hiring manager regarding your counteroffer.
Final remarks
This template provides a helpful guide to writing a salary negotiation email, outlining the key points and providing guidance on how to craft an effective email. It allows you to communicate your worth and make a reasonable counteroffer while staying professional. With this template, you can ensure that your message is clear and concise, and that you get the best possible salary for the job.
