The UK technology sector relies on skilled employees with innovative ideas, and exceptional candidates have an increased leverage when it comes to negotiating their salary.
If you have found your ideal candidate for a specialised role which has been hard to fill, you shouldn’t be caught off-guard if your job offer is counteracted with a request for a higher salary. Instead of starting a long and costly recruitment cycle again, it is best to approach a salary negotiation with long-term benefits in mind.
This guide provides tips on how to successfully negotiate a salary package which will leave both parties satisfied, including using bargaining chips such as signing bonuses and increased paid leave to help you secure a valuable candidate.