Negotiation timing - before or after final exec call?
Got a verbal offer from a tech co (senior IC). Want to negotiate comp/leveling, but there’s a pending “final call” with C-suite that’s described as formality, not evaluation.
Should I:
(a) Negotiate now, before C-suite call
(b) Wait until after C-suite call but before written offer
(c) Doesn’t matter
Also - better to discuss with recruiter or hiring manager directly?
First time negotiating, no competing offers. Ex-MBB, target 10-15% comp bump

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Absolutely complete all formal processes and receive the written offer- the written offer is what you negotiate

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Should be after written offer.

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Wait until the call 100% otherwise they could change their mind. After the call, if all goes well, you can reach out to the recruiter and discuss expectations and tell her before the offer I wanted to make sure bla bla. Typically, they would reach out asking for your expectations before they draft an offer or you wait till the offer is sent then negotiate. That’s the best way, but depending on your case, you can also reach out after the call. Never before though

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You should be able to negotiate. Wait you will end up winning, but if you rush it you can lose everything:) you won’t regret not speaking up sooner. When you have a written offer it’s a different position

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Def negotiate with hiring manager directly, not recruiter

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