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Originally Posted by Unregistered
Is it okay if the salary bump is smaller but they replace it with things like more annual leave and other benefit?
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That really depends on what you value or prefer. Some people don't mind opting to have more days of annual leave so they can go on holidays / take time off for family.
If you rather get paid more and give up some annual leave or other benefits, that could be something you can negotiate for. You can speak openly with the company to take a lower number of annual leave or other benefits, in exchange for higher annual salary.
Apart from that, the key with any salary negotiation is to put together a compelling case to the employer of why you deserve the salary you are negotiating for. If an employer is deciding between you and another candidate - why should you be paid $x more?
You'll need to justify the incremental salary with relevant work experiences you may have, skills you have developed that's directly applicable in the role, a compelling portfolio, or what you can tangibly contribute.
One tip is that you can look at the company's goals and business problem, and put together a proposal or action plan on what you will implement if you are hired.
For other jobseekers dealing with how to share expected their expected salary during the interview process ..