A recruiter contacted me about an incredibly interesting position. If the pay isn't within my range, I don't want to waste anyone's time. What's a polite way to bring up salary early without appearing too money-focused?

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Just ask. They expect this question and shouldn't think any less of you for asking it. Also - there is nothing wrong with being money focused. The paycheck is the entire point of working. Most people, recruiters included, understand this.

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I’ll say that I am incredibly excited about the position. I would like to make sure we are aligned on salary before moving forward. As long as you keep it all curiosity-based, it typically comes off fine.

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Next phone call when you learn more about the role, ask what their desired comp is for the opportunity

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This is what I would do!

I’d just ask tbh, but more often than not they’ll ask you.

Sometimes it’s good to go for like 2 interviews or so just to keep your reps up and then bail on them though, just a thought. Wasting a company’s time should never be your concern.

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What have you budgeted for the salary range in this role?
Then make sure you do your homework for your area on what the role pays, what the companies paid for that role in the past and then where that sits with your desired compensation. You also want to look at total compensation or just base pay.

Just ask

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