Negotiate offer

Trigger: A recruiter or hiring manager presents an initial job offer to a selected candidate.

1. Present the initial job offer package
2. Discuss compensation, benefits, and role expectations
3. Receive and review candidate counter-offers or concerns
4. Assess requested adjustments against internal budgets and equity bands
5. Present the revised offer or clarify non-negotiable constraints
6. Secure agreement on final employment terms

Outcome: The candidate and employer establish mutually agreed employment terms, resulting in a finalized offer.