Consultation

Salary Negotiation Coaching | CognitiveComms Career Support

Arrive at compensation talks with a clear range, a reasoned case, and language that fits German negotiation culture — firm without sounding adversarial.

Notebook, pen and documents arranged on a desk for planning a negotiation

Who this is for

Candidates with an offer or a pending discussion, and employees preparing for annual reviews or role expansions inside German companies.

What you walk away with

A documented target range, fallback options (bonus, leave, remote days, title), and practiced wording for the conversation and written follow-up.

What is included

  • Review of the offer or current package against role level and location
  • Negotiation brief with priorities and walk-away points
  • One rehearsal session for the live conversation
  • Optional review of your written counter-proposal draft

What is not included

  • Direct negotiation with employers on your behalf
  • Tax, social-security, or immigration advice
  • Guaranteed salary increases

How we work together

  1. Package review We unpack base salary, bonus, benefits, and non-cash terms that matter in German contracts.
  2. Position your case You choose the evidence — market signals, scope of work, competing interest — that you are willing to state clearly.
  3. Rehearse the talk Practice opening, responding to pushback, and confirming next steps without over-explaining.

Preparation

Bring the written offer or last compensation letter, role level if known, and any constraints (start date, relocation, visa timeline).

Practical details

Duration
Usually one to two weeks
Delivery
Online video; Hamburg meetings on request
Provider
CognitiveComms Career Support coaching team
Pricing basis
From €190 per engagement