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Had a long story typed out but deleted it. So here is the long story short. A company that I have interviewed with wants me to give them a compensation package; i.e., how much is it going to take for you to quit your job and work with us. Currently I wasn't looking for a job and have been for the most part happy with my current employer. A friend of mine referred me for the position. So after a couple interviews with them they seem eager to get me aboard. So anywho, Ive never had to give a potential employer comp. package. During the interview today they never came out and said what it paid but hinted toward industry averages. One of the last things he said before I headed out the door was, "Don't give me an hourly wage but more as yearly income." even though its an hourly position. So I assume that's wages plus benefits like insurance and what have you. I guess my questions are. Does this need to be in some form of a formal letter? He did say just give me a call or email him a figure. What all should I consider that im not thinking of? I do have all of there benefit information and what they do for their employees. Im not desperate for a job as im comfortable where im at and have explained that to them also, but they still seem very interested. So any advice or pointers would be greatly appreciated. As of now im thinking start with: My current wage +25% + There benefits offered to employees: $2500-$4000 yearly I don't have any experience doing this. In the past its just "We'll give you X dollars an hour". Granted I haven't had a real interview for a job in a long time. So yeah, I'm all ears.