# Negotiating a Job Offer Salary: ESL Listening Dialogue (B2)

> Free B2 ESL listening dialogue. A candidate politely negotiates a higher salary after a job offer. Script, vocabulary, questions and AI audio.

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Last updated: 2026-10-20

CEFR B2 • Work English

A B2 English listening dialogue. A candidate politely negotiates a higher salary after a job offer. Use it for listening practice, role play or homework, and generate the audio in a US, UK or Australian accent.

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## Dialogue Script (2 speakers)

Recruiter: We're delighted to offer you the position at fifty-two thousand a year. Candidate: Thank you, I'm thrilled. I'm really excited about the role. Recruiter: Great! Do you have any questions about the offer? Candidate: Just one. Based on my experience and the market rate for this role, I was hoping for something closer to fifty-eight. Recruiter: I see. That's above our range for this position. Candidate: I understand. I'm bringing five years of experience with the exact software you use, so I can start contributing immediately. Recruiter: That's true. Let me see if we're flexible. <short pause> We could go to fifty-five, plus an extra five days of holiday. Candidate: That sounds like a fair offer. I'm happy to accept. Recruiter: Wonderful. Welcome aboard!

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## Key Vocabulary

to be thrilled

To be very happy.

market rate

The usual salary for a job in the industry.

to be flexible

To be willing to change.

benefits

Extra things from a job, like holidays or insurance.

## Comprehension Questions

1. What salary is offered?
2. What reasons does the candidate give for a higher salary?
3. What is the final offer?

Tip: after you generate the audio, open its **Lesson view** for a printable transcript, vocabulary list and quiz with answers.

## How to Use It in Class

- **Before listening:** pre-teach the key vocabulary and ask students to predict what happens.
- **First listen:** students answer the comprehension questions without the script.
- **Second listen:** give out the script and have students underline useful phrases.
- **Speaking:** pairs role-play the dialogue, then change one detail and improvise.

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