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MARIO · Newbie Joined: 05 Jun 2007 Posts: 1 Career Advice: +0/-0

I am looking for a new job and I came across an ad for a job that I am really interested in. I have a lot of experience in the field and match the requisites described in the ad. I like the company also but not the salary they are offering.

The profile they are looking for is a dynamic person in possession of a BA and 3 years industry experience, but with the salary they are offering there is no way they will get that person to work for them. I completely fit the profile but do not want to waste any of my time and theirs. Even if I wanted to accept the salary they are offering there is no way I would survive on it.

I read an article about Salary Question on the internet and got myself thinking that maybe I could send them my CV and then ask at the interview if the salary can be negotiated. I am not quite sure I will be doing the right thing.
Any advice?
Thanks
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julian · Expert Joined: 20 Sep 2006 Posts: 255 Career Advice: +2/-0

Yes. Definitely. Ask for a salary negotiation possibility and even enter a salary negotiation. Don't take things for granted and don't let them do this either, because it is convenient for them. Also, don't sign anything if you're not happy with the offer. Should they get desperate, they will make you a better offer. You've said it yourself you cannot manage to live on that amount of money.

If you saw this in a newspaper or whatever and you should send a cv, attach a cover letter and display your salary requirements. Place a range, not a specific amount, and ask just a little bit more than you would normally want.

Good luck!

ResumeWriter · Posted: Wed Jun 13, 2007 6:18 am Post subject: Salary Negotiations

Making a call to the company could save you and the company time. Is the job posting correct? Is there wiggle room in the suggested salary? Maybe there's the salary discrepancy and the company doesn't know about it. It's a long shot, but certainly possible.

Answers can give you the information needed to decide your next step. It was once shunned upon to discuss salary before the "alloted time," but in today's environment, I think that's changing accordingly. What's a call going to cost you? A few minutes of time ... but getting the right answers can make the difference between inaction and action.

pressure219 · New User Joined: 06 Jun 2007 Posts: 5 Career Advice: +0/-0

hmm I think negotiating a salary before you even get a job not a good idea.

Perhaps this job just isn't for you or you are over qualified?

Think about it.

They got a ton of resumes and some of which are qualified and accept the terms posted on the description. Then here comes you trying to make them fit YOUR terms. Aka: you won't get the job.

Find a different job. I am sure you can satisfy your salary requirements along with your career goals with some other company.

ResumeWriter · Posted: Wed Jun 13, 2007 10:50 pm Post subject: Salary Question

Don't misunderstand me, I didn't mention negotiate salary. Obviously I wouldn't suggest salary negotiations when no job offer is on the table. What *I am* suggesting is making a call to determine if there's flexibility in the "publicized salary."

catererdude · Newbie Joined: 26 Nov 2007 Posts: 1 Career Advice: +0/-0

I think you need to wait until a job offer is made before you negotiate salary. Don't be afraid to negotiate a salary especially as many companies will have some flexibility over salary negotiations and won't offer the full amount at the start. If you want some help on how to do it check out:
http://www.cvtips.com/pay_rise_tips.html which mentions how to discuss salary and behave with your employer.

lexa10881 · Posted: Tue Nov 27, 2007 5:31 am Post subject: Negotiating salary

You have nothing to lose except for the time you spend in this pursuit. How far apart are your expectations and what they are offering? If you have good negotiation skills you might be able to meet them at a reasonable figure that is higher than what they advertised. But, are you a good negotiatior?

http://www.cvtips.com/job_offer_salary_negotiation.html

KA · Expert Joined: 26 Mar 2006 Posts: 235 Career Advice: +2/-0

Usually it is best to wait until they make you the offer before starting to negtiate salary.

If the salary they advertise is close to what you'd like, then you can apply & wait for the offer.

If the salary they advertise is way off, then you can send them a CV & a cover letter including your salary range.

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