Is it possible to negotiate 401k match and vesting period (to immediate vesting) during the interview process?

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Depends on the firm and most likely firm size

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I think (don’t quote me) that these are generally not negotiable, for legal reasons

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The employer match is generally stated as a set % of pay in the plan document. You’d need to amend the plan to allow for a different match. Now perhaps if the match is discretionary there could be room but even then, often match would be subject to the Board/HR/comp committee discretion.

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I’ve never heard of those being negotiable for a junior hire. You run the risk of creating a perception that you want to leave after only 1-2 years.

Thanks! I’m not a junior hire - used consultant title because it’s more anonymous

Generally not negotiable, MAYBE for super small companies, but I also rather negotiate comp first...

If we can’t negotiate Match, why not vested period?

Hey OP - suggest you look at your 401k plan doc or SPD. You’ll see how most provisions (eg ER March and vesting) are pretty much set in stone.

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