Questions about pay
It is best to talk about pay openly and with a figure you can justify.
Prepare
- Look at how much is offered for a similar job in other job ads.
- Decide on the lowest amount that suits you and the amount you want.
- Write down what you bring: experience, languages, licences, willingness to work shifts.
When the company asks
- Give a range, not a single amount.
- Say whether you mean the net or the gross amount.
- Justify it with your experience, not your personal expenses.
What else to ask
- Whether transport, a meal or accommodation is included.
- How overtime and work on public holidays are paid.
- Whether there is a probationary period and how long it lasts.
- When you get paid.
Ask for the agreed terms to be written into the contract.