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1. What is a counter offer?
A counteroffer is a reply to that original offer and may change the terms of the deal. Let’s suppose they offer you the job position you were looking for, but maybe some of the terms in the offer such as salary, benefits, work schedule and other elements of the job don’t meet your expectations. You might be able to negotiate the terms of the offer using a counter offer letter.2. How to write a counter offer job letter?
Do some research on what other companies offer employees with the same position. Be realistic and analyze if the new terms proposed in your counter are reasonable and fair. Make sure you let them know you are interested in the position and that you got what it takes for the job. Explain your point of view, and try to include numbers and evidence that can show the hiring manager you know what you are talking about. After doing this feel free to use our counter offer job letter sample below as a guide in creating your own, and be sure to customize your letter.3. Counter offer job letter example
| Ms. Molly Franklin
Human Resources Planet Electric 5671 Allison Road Plainville, CT 06066 Dear Ms. Franklin, I was thrilled to be offered the Senior Civil Engineer position with Planet Electric. I know I can make a significant contribution to the organization’s growth over both the short and long term. I carefully reviewed the terms of the offer and, with a few minor adjustments, find them acceptable. To wit: I have to note the base salary is five percent lower than I expected. Also, my research shows what I was asking for, was a comparable number for the regional market and my experience. I am willing to consider a compromise of an additional two and a half percent. While I understand there is a ceiling on your relocation packages, your offer falls far below my estimates. Please review the attached scope of work for moving my family from San Francisco to Plainville. I do appreciate the company’s policy in this matter and I am willing to cover the overages upfront but I propose we negotiate some method of reimbursement as it was my understanding Planet Electric covered all relocation expenses. Outside of the above mentioned issues, I find all other points of the offer agreeable. If we can settle on these fine points, I am ready to start as early as September 12th. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Best regards, Kevin Gregory Weinstein |
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