If HR doesn’t ask you for an expected salary range in the first interview, is it considered rude to broach it?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

definitely not. It's better to initiate this conversation right off the bat to determine if you're mutual fits

Depends - if you slow roll that discussion, you can build leverage and finesse your way into an offer you like (assuming your the top choice). Negotiating is about who has more info.

If you’re not desperate to leave, setting expectations is a way to avoid a lengthy interview process for an offer you would not take (I.e., I won’t consider individual contributor roles or I need to make at least X otherwise I’m losing money to my current situation).

If you have a good idea of the market value and you’re aiming for a compensation on the higher end of that range, it’s a good idea to bring it up sooner rather than later.

I always have that discussion up front because different tech companies have different comp philosophies so you should find out what that companies philosophy is.

E.g. My friends at Netflix know that they’re paid top of market, so they’re at 90th percentile for their role, so need to make sure others can match that upfront.

Not at all. In fact, you’ve done a disservice if it doesn’t come up in the first 30 minutes. 

Related Posts

What is your base salary for Senior Loan Originator in Fort Lauderdale, FL? I am in negotiations now with some companies. thanks!

like

For C-Suite positions, would you go into compensation package renegotiations with your current employer with the intention of getting a larger salary or a larger bonus?

like

Does anyone know the comp for Merck inhouse consulting?

like

As an MBB analyst, how do I differentiate myself on my app among the hundreds of other MBB analysts applying?

like

Is $100K CAD a reasonable salary for a Senior Art Director in Pharma?

like

Moving from consulting to industry (with 8 years of experience) as a project manager. What is the minimum salary I should accept?

like

Mass Mutual: how’s comp? Culture?Thoughts?

like

Hi All,
Need suggestions here. Please help me out. I was interviewed with
IBM and got selected. Waiting for offer letter. Meanwhile got selected in another company and got offer too. Put down my ppr. Offer from another company is way beyond than IBM almost 22% more in terms of fixed. Now I’m confused that once IBM releases their offer then should I ask them to match with my holding or not ? Will they consider for negotiations? What’s your thoughts? IBM

Hi Coders,

What is the typical asking pay for a entry level certified medical coder? Please give a salary range.
Thanks!

like

Anyone at Altman Solon London who can provide total comp figures for Consultant, Senior Consultant and Engagement Manager levels?

Base/bonus breakdown would also be great. Currently at a T2 generalist firm and thinking of switching, but would be good to get a sense of comp progression (Glassdoor data seems incomplete)

like
like

Hi Fishes, Could you please check the CTC breakup and advice on the in-hand salary.

Post Photo
like

Anyone have experience with Capital One’s mini case? Applying for a product manager role. They will pick to interview me on capital one college checking (which doesn’t exist?) or capital one shopping — (they’re not doing the credit wise case anymore). Has anyone gone through this process and can weigh in? TYIA!

like

AE position for healthcare in DC area; COLA from previous salary/location (AE role) says it should be $75k. Don't think that's realistic - any insights?

like

I’m looking to change careers from CMA to Project coordinating/program managing. Any recommendations on how to increase my interview intake and/or how much I should be asking for?
Anything helps!! I appreciate it.

like

Can anyone share the interview process for salesforce business transformation architect? Would there be a case study or presentation?

like

I’ve been working at a Series A startup in the Bay Area for a year now running sales. Any idea what kind of equity comp I should be expecting? We’re in the CPG space. Thanks!

like

Hi Fishes, Does anyone know salary range for 12yrs Java/Kubernetes stack in UBS? Please avoid trolls 🙏

like

What would be the market salary for an electrical engineer with 9 years of experience in sales and applications(not software application)?

like

hi fishies, got a few first round and second round interviews next week - mainly in project finance, ECM and financing.
how do I prepare? would anyone like to please mock interview me? willing to pay £30-40 per 30 mins:)

like

More Posts

Merck hiring process

Anyone have any insite om Merck hiring process. I had an interview with a job recruiter, than a hiring manager, several interviews and a panel interview. The people I talked to were great. I think I did ok. About a week ago I got a notification for more info on salary and noncompete information. Tomorrow will be a week and workday still says in process. Is it a lost cause at this point?

like

How did you meet you significant other, and what made you realize they were the one?

like

I need a new laptop. Not sure what to look for other than a SSD, 16 GB Ram, and an i7 processor. Fine with Apple or Windows. What else should I look for if I want to do a lot of my own kaggle and

Are there any other 2021 grads who feel super let down about their MBA experience due to the global panini? I ended up taking a safety job in consulting because of it and I’m miserable. I have asthma and couldn’t take the risk to build my network in-person when things were peak awful, but now I feel like I missed out on something critical

Positions are open but if am going to apply for job it's showing ..sorry but we can't find the page.

Post Photo
like

Can I expect promotion in IBM after serving less than 1 year?

like

Hi,
Hoping to reach the like count requirement to DM people as I just joined. Much thanks to everyone.

like

When you meet your new coworkers and one seems as much a sociopath as you are

Post Photo
likefunny

Best exit opportunities you’ve heard from Big 4 TAS Real Estate?

Hi ,

What is the Inhand CTC For 22 Lpa with Variable of 2,86,004 

Post Photo

I just want to share my joy that season 5 of Workin’ Moms is here on Netflix!

like

Need inspiration for retail tv - donut or promo structure. Any restaurants or brands that have done this well? Even well-ish?

like
like

How hard is it to get into FDD from tax? I’m a S2 and is trying to move internally. I recently applied but have been told to wait. Should I apply to other firms? Does anyone know any opening? Thanks.

like

Hi fishes,
I have offer from John Deere 18 LPA and Deutsche Bank 19 LPA. Could someone help with which company would be better to join. Thanks in advance

What's Deloitte NY Commercial Tax Group like? Specifically the NYC office regular main core Tax group (non finance, non real estate etc).

like

This will be my son’s kindergarten year and he is coming to my school. So he’ll be with me before and after school. I teach deaf ed so have meeting and many things to do before and after. Any tips?

Dating and relationships have always been a struggle for me. Either the woman ghosts me after the first date or just a personality clash. Been married for five years and thing we’re going well but over the past two years everything is my fault and I do nothing right and get verbally abused so much at this point I do not know what side is up anymore. I know what needs to happen I’m just scared

like

This happened today.

Post Photo
funnylikeuplifting

Additional Posts in Consulting Exit Opportunities

Currently a contractor and love the flexibility and freedom to choose what I work on and location.
Looking for insights on a possible return to Big 4 consulting. Director level hours, stress, WLB, remote working, etc.
Comparing this to perm roles in industry.
Just keep getting calls so considering both these vs staying independent. Would only return to Big 4 for the ability to switch back later to higher day rates or if there's a clear partnership route (is this even worth it?)

like

How are people with 5 years or less of experience VP's at Goldman? What is the equivalent in consulting for a Goldman VP?

What is also the typical career path at Goldman

like

Applied for product manager role in ecomm. But instead got offered tech project manager. Company is also in the middle of acquisition. I don’t have any offer in hand and i really want an out from current employer.

Would it be wise to take the alternate role?

like

Anyone have tips on feeling less useless with the skills we get in consulting? I keep looking at job posts and I qualify for nothing. am I therefore destined to rot in consulting...?

like

What does career progression look like for Program Managers?

like

Looking at exits into pharma and biotech. Have an opp at a biotech at the SM level. Total comp excluding equity is around $190k; RSUs vest over 4 years with annual refreshers, so first year equity would be around $6,200 and it would go up by $6,200 each of the next 3 years, plus whatever base bump I get. Very good benefits package.

They envision 2-3 years before I jump either to AD or right to D. Solid opp? Or hold out to go straight to director level?

like

Had last round interview yesterday but the interviewer hinted they might do one more interview. Should I let them know I have another offer coming soon or just sit tight and do another interview if they ask?

like

Anyone interview with EY-P recently? What is the format of the partner interview rounds?

like

received offer from company A that explodes end of next week. completed final round for company B (though they said there could potentially be 1 more) few days ago and they said I can expect to hear back this week/early next week. Should I email them on Monday letting them know I have another offer that is exploding or wait to see if they send me something by Wednesday?

like

Is an fp&a manager role at a media company for 135k base + 10k bonus a good exit? 3.5 YOE

like

Does Gartner drug test? Asking for a friend…

likefunny

What’s the best way to show recruiters SQL skill set when trying to pivot to business analyst role ? Is there a respected SQL Certification I can get? Plan to also start learning python but seems sql is simple in demand skill I can showcase now. Thanks!

like

4 years at MBB, 3 years at FAANG, looking to join VC fund as principal+ Do you know someone who’s done this? What’s your advice on networking with funds, startups, incubators, etc?

like

Has anybody heard of or worked for medallia? Any insights on compensation, culture, or benefits?

like

Hey All - Was hoping to get some tips with pushing out the deadline date to respond to an offer. I'm hoping to extend it for another week after been given a week. Thanks!

like

Any suggestion for good books on entrepreneurship? Trying to gather insights and motivate myself to finally working for myself.

like

Senior manager at large fortune 20 company (but pay is less) or manager at startup in growth stage and not yet at IPO?

like

Serious question: do I *need* MBB on my resume to have good exit ops from consulting? I have an M7 MBA, but struggled to land interviews because I didn’t have big brands on my resume (confirmed by recruiters). I wouldn’t be surprised if most/all F100 and FAANG hired MBB only.

likehelpful

Fishes- Consulting (top tier firms) vs product management (big tech). What pays more in the long run? Any other insights are welcome.
Thinking whether to stay in Consulting post MBA or pivot to PM. Will select schools accordingly. Any suggestions on schools (US) are also welcome.

I find consulting very interesting (and it also pays well), but I think I'll like product management at big tech too (plus relatively better wlb).

TIA!

like

Got an offer from Baker Hughes for a senior role. Trying to understand how the work culture is, work life balance outlook and how are the benefits? How is the transition like from a big4 consulting to industry?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Send download link to your phone

OR

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Messaging rates may apply

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal