What are your salary expectations?
"As I am new to my career and this industry, I am happy to negotiate my earnings based on your typical salary for this role."
"I am negotiable with my salary expectations. However, I am not inclined to lose compensation. Compensation to me, though, is not just net pay. I take into account work hours, drive time, benefits, etc."
The best thing that you can do when asked about your salary expectations is to be open and honest about what you are currently earning, and where you want to be in the future.
"I can share with you what I am currently earning, and where I would like to be in my next position. Currently, I am earning a base salary of 78K plus an annual bonus opportunity of an additional 10%. Last year my earnings were 85K, and I'd like to earn a bit above that in my next position."
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
Based on my qualifications on the current market standards for similar positions, I anticipate a competitive salary that accurately reflects the level of my skills and the responsibilities of the role. However, I am open to negotiation regarding my salary expectations.
Jaymie's Feedback
You can give the interviewer a target range in your response to start the conversation, or you can leave it as is since you expressed you are flexible and open to negotiation.
