The pay gap between men and women has been in the news lately so I'm wondering if it would be an appropriate strategy to use this when negotiating a starting salary at a new company as a Senior Software Engineer.
Them: "What salary range are you looking for"?
Me: "I'm sure you will provide an appropriate offer given my qualifications and experience..."
Do I finish this sentence by subtly implying that they shouldn't pay me less than men in the same position?
Options:
- given the current focus on gender pay equity.
- that would not come under scrutiny if a gender gap analysis was done on your payroll.
- that is in line with male colleagues.
- ...