Turn your offer review into a confident counter.
Use your resume and written offer to identify the strongest asks, choose realistic fallbacks, and prepare clear language for the recruiter or hiring manager.
Private analysis. Informational guidance, not legal advice.
Negotiate the package, not only the salary
When base pay has limited flexibility, other terms may still matter: a signing bonus, equity, an earlier compensation review, additional PTO, remote-work expectations, title, start date, or professional-development budget.
A structured offer review helps you distinguish high-value priorities from nice-to-have requests and prepare fallbacks before the conversation starts.
Anchor the request in the role and your value
A persuasive counteroffer connects the request to the scope of the role, relevant experience, market context, and the value you expect to deliver. It should be confident without inventing leverage or making threats.
Offer Unpacked surfaces resume strengths and offer gaps that can support a concise, evidence-based conversation.
Get important commitments in writing
Verbal assurances can be forgotten or interpreted differently later. If a point affects your decision—such as remote work, a guaranteed bonus, a review date, reporting line, or repayment exception—ask whether it can be reflected in the final written offer.
The report helps turn vague concerns into specific clarification requests. Review the updated document carefully before accepting.
Frequently asked questions
Should I negotiate a job offer?
That depends on the offer, your alternatives, timing, risk tolerance, and priorities. A review can help identify whether there are meaningful gaps or terms worth clarifying before you decide.
What can I negotiate besides base salary?
Depending on the employer and role, possible asks include a signing bonus, bonus target, equity, PTO, remote flexibility, title, start date, review timing, professional development, relocation, and clearer contract language.
Will Offer Unpacked negotiate with the employer for me?
No. The service prepares informational analysis, priorities, and suggested language for you to use. It does not contact or negotiate with your employer.
Know what you’re saying yes to.
Unpack the compensation, clauses, and negotiation opportunities in your offer.