A recruiter just told me their offer is final and they can’t budge on the salary. I really like the team and the job I'll be handling, so I’m kind of torn. Do companies actually pull offers if you try to negotiate after they say the price is set? I’m trying to figure out if I should just accept it as-is or if it’s worth a polite counteroffer anyway.

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Companies will rescind offers if they think the candidate isn't operating in good faith, or if they're making a demand that's viewed as unserious. If you're told explicitly that the offer is final and they have no flexibility on salary, and you don't take what they say seriously, they may be offended. If you think it's worth risking it for whatever you're asking for, go ahead and try. But be aware that you are taking a risk.

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I have seen offers get pulled, though it’s rare. Usually, when we say an offer is final, it truly is. I think I would focus on whether you like the offer as it stands — if not, it’s okay to decline.

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Employment is a two-way relationship. They’re buying your skills for a certain price, and you’re deciding whether that price works for you. So a lot of this comes down to how confident you are that you’re a strong fit for the role. It’s generally okay to have the conversation. If they’ve said the offer is final, you can still respond politely and ask whether there’s a planned salary review after X months or a clear path to a raise. That shows you care about growth and compensation without being pushy or confrontational. In most cases, companies don’t pull offers just because you asked professionally especially if you’re reasonable about it. Worst case, they say no and you decide whether the role is worth it as-is.

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Id read the book never split the difference. Basically you high they low and you meet at about 75 which is where you want to actually be and both feel well. The trick is to realise that other benefits they offer make up the gap. So ask for more holiday or ask for a car alowenwce or something.

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Wonderful book

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My experience has been that if they really want you no matter how ridiculous amount you ask for that power that be thar wants you there will throw the numbers out there to the hiring managers and if you are not the ideal candidate you will know by their response. I would begin with why do they want you, what sets you aside from other candidates. What do you bring to the table and if you settle for the lower salary how well will it balance with your personal life, will it interfere, do the hours work f I r you. ? Remember it will be a few tears before a merit raise comes your way.

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I have always personally done polite counteroffers. that being said, they can rescind the offer, and it might truly be out of their range

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