Preparing for a job change or salary negotiation

Build your negotiation case by comparing how much an offered salary really adds: after-tax monthly pay, hourly value and social insurance.

4 steps 4 calculators linked
  1. 1

    Calculate the raise

    See what percentage the offer is above your current salary.

    e.g. 5% raise → +₩127K/month Open salary raise calculator
  2. 2

    Compare after-tax take-home pay

    Even with a higher salary, taxes and social insurance make the take-home increase smaller.

    e.g. ₩40M salary → ₩2.94M/month Open take-home pay calculator
  3. 3

    Compare hourly value

    If working hours differ, convert to hourly pay for a true comparison.

    e.g. ₩10,320 → ₩2.157M/month Open hourly · monthly · annual pay converter
  4. 4

    Settle up before leaving

    Settle severance and remaining annual leave at your current job before moving.

    e.g. ₩3M/month · 3 years → ₩8.8M Open severance pay calculator

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This guide describes general procedures and is not legal advice. Check your individual case with each agency.