Answer a few questions
Short, specific questions pull the right details out of you. You won't stare at a blank page.
Salary Negotiation Letter
You have a job offer on the table, or you have earned a raise, and now you have to ask for it in writing. The hard part is sounding confident without sounding demanding, and making a case the person reading it can actually act on. LetterLotus turns your answers into a professional letter that states your number and the reasons behind it.
- Ready in minutes
- No subscription
- 4 drafts to choose from
Writing assistance tool · Not legal advice. LetterLotus is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by using this tool.
Your letter
- offered $130,000 for the senior PM role
- market range here is $140,000 to $155,000
- I have a written offer at $148,000
written into
Thank you for the offer of Senior Product Manager at $130,000. Comparable roles in Chicago list between $140,000 and $155,000, and I am weighing an offer at $148,000.
I would like to discuss a base of $145,000, and if that cannot move, a signing bonus instead.
Balanced & Thorough
How It Works
Pick your favorite draft
We generate 4 different versions of your letter, each with a different tone. You pick the one that sounds most like you.
Edit, download & use
Make any edits you want, then download a print-ready PDF or Word document. It's your letter.
What Your Salary Negotiation Covers
- Whether you are countering a new job offer or asking for a raise
- The specific number you are requesting, stated clearly
- A professional case built on your accomplishments, scope, and any market research
- Other terms to raise, such as a signing bonus, equity, or start date
- A confident, collaborative close that invites a conversation
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I negotiate a job offer, or just accept it?
Employers expect candidates to negotiate, and initial offers are often set below what the company is willing to pay. Negotiating professionally, after you have the written offer and before you accept, rarely costs you the offer when it is done with genuine enthusiasm for the role. This tool helps you write that counteroffer; whether and how far to negotiate is your decision.
What is the difference between countering an offer and asking for a raise?
A counteroffer responds to a job offer you have received but not yet accepted, and leads with enthusiasm for joining the company. A raise request asks your current employer to increase your pay, and leads with the results you have already delivered. They are structured and toned differently. The questionnaire asks which situation you are in, and the letter is built accordingly.
Should I state a specific number?
Yes. A specific figure is stronger than a vague range. It anchors the conversation around your exact ask and gives the recipient a clear number to take to whoever approves compensation. This tool will not choose the number for you. You decide what to ask for, and the letter presents it clearly and confidently.
How should I justify the number I am asking for?
The justifications that work are professional: quantified accomplishments, responsibilities you have taken on, relevant experience, and market data for comparable roles. The justifications that backfire are personal need, such as rent or cost of living, and comparisons to a specific coworker's pay. This tool builds your case from your professional value and leaves the personal reasons out.
What if I do not have a competing offer?
You do not need one. Most successful negotiations have no competing offer behind them. Your accomplishments, your scope, and market data make a strong case on their own. Mention a competing offer only if it is genuine and you would actually consider it. This tool never invents or implies an offer you did not tell it about.
How is this different from a resignation letter?
A salary negotiation letter is about staying or joining on better terms. A resignation letter is for when you have decided to leave. If you are negotiating because you want to make the role work, this is the right tool. If you have made the decision to go, use the resignation letter instead.
Does this tool give financial or legal advice?
No. It helps you write a letter. It does not tell you what salary to ask for, whether an offer is good, or what an employment contract, equity grant, or benefits term means. For questions about the terms of an offer or a contract, consult an appropriate professional.
How much does this cost?
$39, one time. No subscription, no hidden fees. You get PDF, Word, and clipboard formats, plus inline editing and unlimited re-downloads.
Related Letters
Other letters people in similar situations often need.
What People Are Saying
“I knew what I wanted to say about my brother but couldn't get the words right. The questionnaire helped me organize my thoughts, and the letter came out so much better than what I was trying to write on my own.”
Sarah M.
“My former coworker needed a reference letter urgently for a new job. I was able to answer the questions on my lunch break and had a professional letter ready to print in under 20 minutes.”
David K.
“I didn't know where to start with explaining my medical situation to the hospital's billing department. LetterLotus asked the right questions and helped me put it all into words clearly.”
Maria L.
“My friend needed a character reference for a volunteer application and I kept putting it off because I didn't know where to start. The questions helped me think of specific examples I wouldn't have remembered on my own.”
James R.
- Secure payment via Stripe
- 100% money-back guarantee
- Instant delivery
Ready to Write Your Letter?
Job offers come with a response window, and raise budgets are set early. Get your letter ready while the timing is on your side.
Writing assistance tool. Not a law firm. Not legal advice.