Palkkionodotus

Palkkionodotus is a Finnish term used to refer to the salary or compensation expectation that a job applicant or employee communicates during recruitment or negotiation. The expression is not a standard entry in major Finnish dictionaries, and its use remains relatively informal; more common terms in Finnish are palkkatoive or, more broadly, palkkaö, though the latter is less standard. Palkkionodotus thus appears primarily in informal discussions, articles on negotiation, or in applicant correspondence.

Etymology and meaning: The word is a compound of palkkio (salary, compensation, reward) and odotus (expectation, waiting). As such, it denotes the anticipated or requested level of pay in a professional context. Because it is not a canonical dictionary entry, its recognition can vary by speaker and region, and many writers opt for synonyms such as palkkatoive.

Usage and guidance: A palkkionodotus is typically stated in application materials or during interviews, sometimes as a specific figure, a monthly or annual target, or as a salary range. Best practice is to ground the figure in current market data, present a realistic range, and indicate openness to negotiation. Sensitivity to the employer’s perspective and to total compensation (benefits, bonuses) is often advisable, rather than presenting a rigid, single figure.

See also: palkkio, palkkatoive, palkkakeskustelu.