Don't name a number first
Whoever names a figure first tends to lose. Until the company makes an offer, just say you'd like it to match the market average.
We combine public job postings, market reports, and headhunter data to calculate your market rate by role, experience, and company — negotiation scripts included.
2026 Q1 · synthesized from public sources
Amounts in KRW
Enter your role and experience to see the average market salary and negotiation points. You can also compare across company types.
These are example figures, not real data. Enter your role and experience to get numbers for you.
Whoever names a figure first tends to lose. Until the company makes an offer, just say you'd like it to match the market average.
Don't look at base salary alone — factor in signing bonus, stock options, vacation days, and education stipends, and compare the total.
If you have offers from two or more places, share them honestly. But never lie — if you're caught, it's over.
A +15% raise is the market norm when changing jobs. If your value exceeds the market rate, +20–25% is well within reach.
Don't respond the instant a number is offered. Say "Let me review and get back to you" to buy 24 hours.
You don't have to accept every offer. If it falls far short of market, waiting for the next opportunity is a reasonable choice.
Compare three offers side by side. We add up every compensation component beyond base salary.
* These figures are examples only. Actual offers depend on your negotiation.