When to Use

Responding when candidate negotiates terms.

Subject Line

Re: Your offer — let's talk through this

Email Body

Hi [First Name],

Thanks for being upfront about what's important to you. I want to make this work.

Let me take your asks back to the team and see what's possible. Specifically, you mentioned [items]. I'll come back by [date] with a clear answer.

In the meantime, anything else on your mind I should know?

Best,

[Your Name]

Tone / Notes

Buy time, but commit to a date. Never stonewall.